Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Entrepreneurial Finance executive with 10+ years of senior leadership experience in high-growth technology environments (private equity-backed). Brings deep proficiency in Strategy, Financing, M&A, Integration, FP&A, Accounting, Investor Relations and Compliance. Industry background spans Software (SaaS), Telecom, IT and Private Equity. With a strong track record of leading high-performing finance teams through rapid growth, M&A, (Post Merger) Integrations and Exits. Recognized for an entrepreneurial, inspirational and collaborative leadership style that empowers cross-functional teams through data-driven insights to fuel innovation and accelerate growth.
Manage an emerging portfolio of high-growth SaaS companies across the Benelux and DACH region, generating €75M+ in revenue with >30% growth, high margins and employing 250+ FTEs. Own financial strategy and operations with full P&L responsibility. Covering FP&A, accounting, financial processes & reporting, cash flow management, internal controls and compliance. Drive value creation through strategic- and commercial initiatives, operational excellence and performance management (via KPIs, benchmarking). Lead M&A execution (10+ transactions) including due diligence, integration, post-merger financial management. Exact is the leading European business software (SaaS) provider, private equity backed.
Establish a professional and scalable Finance function with multiple teams. Lead strategic planning and long-term financial direction with the board and private equity investors. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial (group) reporting. Execute strategic initiatives, M&A buy-and-build and integration (PMI). Manage debt refinancing and equity transactions to optimize capital structure.
Strategic Finance Director at Exact (06/2019 - 01/2020): Lead the Finance teams. Partner with the board and investors (private equity) to develop and implement long-term strategic and financial plans. Responsible for budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting. Permanent position as of 01/2020. PMI Director at VodafoneZiggo (07/2018 - 06/2019): Develop and execute post-merger integration strategies to drive operational and financial synergies (€200M+). Lead cross-functional teams, establish governance framework and reporting to executive team and investors (private equity). Oversee change management initiatives to ensure cultural alignment and engagement. Director Accounting at T-Mobile (06/2017 - 07/2018): Oversee core Accounting functions, including AP/AR, Payroll, Treasury, and Reporting to the board and investors (private equity). Preparation of financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards (IFRS). Manage cash flow, optimize capital structure, and maintain banking relationships. Enhance internal controls and financial processes. Lead internal and external audit processes. Structure acquisition of Tele2 and integration of finance operations.
Establish high-performing Controlling- and Investor Relations teams. Lead the planning & control cycle, including budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning to support IPO readiness. Oversee investor relations strategy and prepare quarterly earnings materials, investor presentations and annual reports. Manage month- and year-end closings with insightful financial analysis.
Advise clients on M&A transactions, financing strategies, and capital raising. Lead financial due diligence, valuations and synergy assessments. Prepare investor materials and financial documentation. Manage deal teams through the full transaction lifecycle and maintain relationships with banks, private equity firms and institutional investors.