FUGA provides forward-thinking music distribution, technology and marketing services to forward-thinking music companies. Working at the heart of the music industry with more than 800 clients, including Beggars Group, Epitaph, Naxos and Ninja Tune, FUGA is the world’s leading full-service B2B music distributor.
FUGA works at the forefront of music distribution technology, connecting its clients with digital service providers like Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music, while helping them get the most from their music, whether that’s with award-nominated label services, industry-leading revenue accounting, or using FUGA’s suite of best-in-class products.
Owned by Downtown Music Holdings, FUGA is one of the very few distributors to sit on the highest preferred partner tiers for all the major DSPs.
We are looking for a Financial Controller who will be based out of our Headquarters in Amsterdam. The role will report to our Head of Financial Reporting & Compliance and is part of the wider Finance department, comprised of 9 people working across Financial Reporting & Compliance; Business Control / FP&A: and Financial Operations.
What You Do:
- Act as a resource for the team to advise on any technical accounting matters that arise and align policies across the organisation
- Perform analytics on the monthly closing numbers per the Trial balance compared to previous period to ensure accuracy, completeness, and that all movements are able to be clearly explained
- Perform ad hoc financial analyses when requested by either senior management or EVP Finance
- Manage Annual audit and assist in the preparation of Annual (statutory) reports
- Prepare weekly Cashflow forecast and manage the cash balances
- Assist in preparations of Tax returns, WBSO and Statistical reporting
- Perform and maintain the intercompany reconciliation process
- Ownership of Capitalization process for Technology development costs (Closing Activity)
- In charge of the monthly balance sheet reconciliation process
- Assist in the roll out of our financial reporting tool and any other future EPM systems
Who You Are:
- Strong accounting background and proven technical and operational accounting experience
- Possess a degree in Accounting or related area of study
- Solid understanding of (Dutch) GAAP and exposure to international accounting standards
- Experience managing the monthly accounting close process
- Experience with consolidation and managing ledgers for multiple legal entities
- Experience and/or exposure with accounting systems (NetSuite is a plus)
- Experience responding to external auditor questions and requests
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic high-growth environment
- Strong organisation and communication skills with the ability to work well cross-functionally
- Highly numerate, meticulous and organised to allow for polished final deliverables free from errors
- Microsoft Excel - PivotTables, SUMIFS, INDEX and MATCH are second nature for you
- Hands-on mentality: pragmatic, action-oriented, self-starter
- Accountable and take ownership of any projects you undertake
- Analytical and curious - you ask a lot of questions
- Ability to communicate financial information in a clear, professional manner
- Enjoys working in an international environment
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to be part of a reputable, growing company with strong ambitions
- An international business environment made up of colleagues and clients around the world with diverse backgrounds in music and tech
- An inclusive, collaborative and friendly culture that encourages independent thinking and new ideas
- The chance for personal and professional development
