Controller, Hellevoetsluis

Cronos is an innovative global cannabinoid company committed to building disruptive intellectual property by advancing cannabis, research, technology, and product development. With a passion to responsibly elevate consumer experience, Cronos is building an iconic brand portfolio. Cronos’ diverse international brand portfolio includes Spinach®, PEACE NATURALS®, LIT™ and Lord Jones®. For more information about Cronos and its brands, please visit: thecronosgroup.com.

We are seeking a Controller based in the Netherlands to support our growing international operations. This role will act as the primary owner of US GAAP financial reporting for our Dutch entity, while also ensuring compliance with Dutch statutory (local GAAP) requirements.

This position sits within a multi-national finance organization and operates on a US public company close, reporting, and control cadence. The ideal candidate is comfortable working cross-border, navigating technical accounting topics, and partnering closely with US finance leadership and external auditors.

This position is Hybrid with 3 days onsite in Hellevoetsluis, Netherlands.

Overview What you’ll be doing

US GAAP Reporting&Close

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for assigned entities under US GAAP

Prepare and review US GAAP financial statements and reporting packages

Identify, prepare, and document US GAAP adjustments from local GAAP

Support SEC reporting processes/regulations

Statutory&Local Compliance (Netherlands)

Oversee Dutch statutory financials, including coordination with local advisors

Ensure compliance with Dutch GAAP and local regulatory requirements

Manage statutory audits and filings in coordination with external auditors

Support cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis (where applicable)

Partner with operations and FP&A to ensure accurate cost flows and margin analysis

Ensure alignment between operational data and financial reporting

Controls, Audit&Governance

Operate within a SOX-compliant control environment

Support internal and external audits (US and local)

Ensure adherence to US public-company policies, close timelines, and documentation standards

Cross-Functional&Global Collaboration

Act as a key liaison between US-based finance leadership and local operations

Partner with FP&A, Tax, and Operations on financial analysis and business initiatives

Contribute to process improvements, automation, and scalability as the business grows

You’ll need to have

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CA, or equivalent a plus)

8+ years of progressive accounting experience

Strong hands-on US GAAP experience (required)

Solid understanding of Dutch GAAP and statutory reporting

Experience in a US-listed or US-owned multinational environment strongly preferred

Background in Big 4 or top-tier audit is a plus

Exposure to cost accounting in a manufacturing, life sciences, or product-based environment preferred

Comfortable working with North American-based teams and time zones

Experience implementing new policies and procedures

Capable of identifying and implementing improvements that drive efficiencies and drive business performance

Hands-on team player, able to interact professionally with all levels

Proven analytical, problem solving and organizational skills

An effective communicator with excellent verbal and written skills

Self-motivated, goal-oriented with ability to work under tight deadlines and possesses attention to details

Works well under pressure and leads by example

Advanced Excel and a Solid knowledge of SAP ERP system is preferred, but not required

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. For candidates with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request in all phases of the selection process.

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