Financial Advisor Job, The Hague

Overview The Financial Control Analyst plays a key role within the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) framework, supporting the execution, monitoring, and continuous improvement of financial controls. The role ensures that internal controls operate effectively, regulatory obligations are met, and financial governance standards are consistently applied.

Operating within defined processes, the role involves analysing financial control data, identifying risks and control weaknesses, supporting remediation activities, and contributing to the overall integrity and quality of financial reporting. The position requires a structured, analytical approach and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and accountability.

Core Responsibilities Financial Control Execution and Monitoring

Execute and coordinate financial control activities in line with established frameworks, policies, and procedures

Ensure timely identification and escalation of control exceptions

Support recurring control cycles, including month end and period end monitoring

Maintain consistency and discipline in control execution across assigned areas

Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Support

Contribute to the effective operation of the GRC framework

Support compliance reviews and ensure audit readiness through well maintained documentation

Provide practical guidance to stakeholders on control requirements and evidence standards

Promote understanding and consistent application of controls across the business

Risk Identification and Issue Management

Identify financial control risks, emerging issues, and control gaps

Assess root causes and potential business impact of identified issues

Coordinate and track remediation plans, ensuring timely resolution

Escalate risks and issues in line with governance requirements

Reporting and Analysis

Produce financial control and compliance reports for management

Analyse trends, exceptions, and risk indicators to support decision making

Translate data into clear, actionable insights

Support ongoing improvements in reporting quality and effectiveness

Control Framework and Policy Support

Contribute to the development, implementation, and enhancement of financial control frameworks

Support alignment with regulatory expectations and industry best practice

Assist with updates and interpretation of financial policies, guidelines, and protocols

Provide clarity on control requirements to ensure consistent application across teams

Audit, Compliance and Risk Oversight

Support internal and external audit processes, including documentation preparation and response to queries

Maintain audit readiness through proper evidence management and documentation standards

Monitor defined risk indicators and elevate deviations

Identify and report instances of non compliance with policies, procedures, or regulatory requirements.

Operational Delivery and Stakeholder Interaction

Review and validate control evidence for completeness, accuracy, and retention compliance

Maintain control, audit, and remediation trackers, ensuring timely follow up of outstanding actions

Support ICFR and financial control testing activities, including logistics and documentation checks

Coordinate with Finance teams, process owners, and external advisors on control execution, testing, and remediation

Work closely with internal stakeholders including Finance, Internal Audit, Compliance, and Legal functions

Process Improvement and Continuous Enhancement

Contribute to ongoing improvements in financial controls, reporting, and monitoring processes

Support initiatives to enhance evidence quality, automation, and efficiency of control activities

Participate in projects aimed at strengthening the overall control environment

Apply structured problem solving to identify opportunities for optimisation

Candidate Profile Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience

Significant relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of formal academic qualifications

Experience

Typically 5 plus years of experience in Finance, ideally within governance, risk, and compliance

Experience supporting financial controls, audit, or risk management processes

Exposure to mentoring or supporting colleagues at a basic level is beneficial

Professional Qualifications and Knowledge

Part qualified or working towards a recognised qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or CPA

Familiarity with internal control frameworks such as COSO and financial compliance environments

Exposure to risk management standards such as ISO 31000 or similar is advantageous

Ongoing professional development in finance, controls, and compliance expected

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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