Senior Group Financial Controller

Senior Group Financial Controller Job title – Senior Group Financial Controller Location – MVHE Hubs: Amsterdam, Netherlands |Madrid, Spain |Munich, Germany |Solihull, UK Hours – Full-time, permanent Why join us? Join a purpose-driven organisation shaping the future of veterinary care across Europe as part of Mars Veterinary Health Europe. Play a key role in Group Accounting, supporting financial reporting, governance, acquisitions, and process improvements across multiple European countries. Work in a collaborative international finance team with opportunities to contribute to strategic projects, systems improvements, and business integrations. Enjoy a flexible and digital working environment with excellent opportunities for professional development within Mars Petcare. Be part of a pet-friendly workplace where you can collaborate with talented colleagues while making a meaningful impact on veterinary healthcare. The team You will join the Group Accounting and Group Financial Control team, consisting of 10 finance professionals and reporting to the Head of Group Accounting. The team is responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, group consolidation, governance, internal controls, statutory reporting, and audit coordination across Mars Veterinary Health Europe. The team works closely with Shared Service Centres, country finance teams, and Mars stakeholders to ensure consistent accounting practices, strong financial controls, and continuous improvement of finance processes. As part of this collaborative and international environment, you will contribute to projects involving acquisitions, system enhancements, reporting improvements, and finance transformation initiatives. What we're looking for University degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent qualification, with 5–10 years of accounting and financial reporting experience. Strong knowledge of general accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and consolidation within an international environment. Experience working with Oracle and advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with OneStream, HFM, or similar consolidation systems is advantageous. Experience supporting acquisitions, financial projects, or process improvements; project management experience is desirable. Fluent in English with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience in a US-based organisation, knowledge of US GAAP, and Swedish language skills are advantageous. What we offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible working hours. International and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career growth within Mars Petcare. Involvement in finance transformation and international projects. Purpose-driven organisation committed to creating a Better World for Pets. Pet-friendly offices where your four-legged companions are welcome. About us Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) Europe is a family of leading Veterinary care providers committed to creating A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS . Our network includes trusted brands such as AniCura and Linnaeus, operating over 450 animal hospitals and clinics across 18 European countries. Together, our teams deliver high-quality, modern Veterinary care ensuring peace of mind for pet owners through excellent access and patient safety. At MVH Europe, we prioritize a culture of accountability, inclusion, and wellbeing. We believe our purpose — to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS — starts with building a better world for our people. We support our teams through comprehensive wellbeing programmes, clear development and career paths and a shared passion for delivering exceptional outcomes in Veterinary care. Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, please speak to us. Mars is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Department Management and support roles Role Finance Locations Amsterdam Remote status Hybrid Amsterdam About AniCura Group AniCura is a leading provider of veterinary care in Europe. Our company was born out of the philosophy that sharing resources can create opportunities for better veterinary care and outcomes. Our services include a wide range of high-quality medical services covering preventive and basic health care as well as specialized care, including advanced diagnostics, internal medicine, intensive care, surgery, and orthopaedics. We also provide rehabilitation, physiotherapy, and dietary advice and offers selected pet food and care products. AniCura’s network includes 500 clinics across 17 countries in Europe, providing over 4.5 million high-quality pet consultations each year. AniCura has been part of Mars Veterinary Health since 2018. Mars Veterinary Health comprises a network of more than 3,000 clinics worldwide taking care of more than 25 million pets every year. Together, we are able to provide the highest standards in pet care and achieve our collective purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. For more information, please visit our website www.anicuragroup.com Founded in 2011 Co-workers 12500 in 17 countries