The Opportunity
Be part of the energy transition! Vermilion is an international energy producer that seeks to create value through the acquisition, exploration, development and optimization of producing assets in North America, Europe and Australia.
We have an exciting opportunity within the Netherlands Business Unit seeking a Team Lead Finance Based in Harlingen, this role will report directly to the Finance Manager and be an integral part of the of a small finance team with 5-7 colleagues. This position will be responsible for assisting the Finance Manager in executing the accounting systems and standards for the Netherlands Business Unit and eventually will replace the Finance Manager.
The successful candidate will join a team that values its people and provides work with purpose.
What you will do
Accounting
Provide mentorship, work direction and leadership to Accounting staff (currently 5 direct reports).
Maintain effective communication with operations and accounting personnel to:
Ensure cut off deadlines are achieved.
Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis.
Coordinate the annual budget submission and updates throughout the year
Lead the operating expense and capital cost management with operations personnel
Assist the Sr. Commercial Advisor to manage Joint Venture partner relationships
Work with the Tax Advisor to ensure timely filling and compliance of Vermilion’s tax requirements
Special projects as assigned
Financial
Ensure statutory accounts are prepared in accordance with Dutch GAAP.
Maintenance and preparation of financial statements and internal controls.
Prepare and complete assigned account reconciliations
Ensure compliance with internal controls
Continue to ensure our internal controls reflect best practice, are kept current and are effectively communicated
Automate manual processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Ensure vendors are Netherlands compliant
General financial, joint venture and production accounting and royalty activities.
Accounts payable and receivable functions.
Cash management and treasury functions for NBU and subsidiaries.
Preparation of financial information required for Canadian GAAP reconciliation and
presentation.
Administrative
Day to day coordination of finance and administrative staff in consultation with Finance Manager.
What you will bring
HBO/University, preferably in Bedrijfseconomie or Accountancy
7-10 years working experience in Finance (preferably Oil and Gas)
Supervisory and team leading experience required
Big 4 or audit experience an asset
Microsoft/Excel, Power BI, SAP S/4 Hana
Both written and verbal communication skills in English and Dutch is an asset
Strong attention to detail, able to make deadlines
Proactive and a team player, self-starter and works well independently
What we offer
You are worth a lot to us, so we offer you:
A competitive salary and furthermore attractive secondary conditions. You are an important part of our progress. Our success depends on our company's success and on your personal success, so you should also benefit from this in the form of an attractive annual bonus, stock options, discounts on various insurances and, additional ''Vermilion days'' (days off)
Contract with intention to convert to permanent employment
Your health is close to our heart: We support you with a wellness benefit.
The possibility to work ''hybrid''.
We support your bright mind: Training and development opportunities are an integral part of our culture.
We celebrate our successes: Team spirit and collaboration are important to us, which is why we focus on workshops, team events.
Strong community investment presence and we are committed to giving back to the communities where our people live and work
Why you will love us
We care for each other, the environment, and the company and aim to enrich the communities in which we live and work
We work with the Great Place to Work Institute as a Best Workplace in many of our locations around the globe
We embrace new solutions across the business, allow space for creativity, and invest in innovation and technology
We operate with honesty, transparency and fairness and can be counted on to do what we say we will
We invest in our employees providing meaningful work, opportunities for training and professional development.