Financial Controller

Join Etpa and be part of a company shaping the future of energy.

As demand for electricity continues to grow, driven by AI, data centers, and electrification, energy markets play a crucial role in powering modern society. At Etpa, we're building innovative technology that helps make those markets more efficient.

We're a fast-growing company operating in the Netherlands and Germany, with ambitions to expand across Europe. With our technology built in-house and teams in Amsterdam, Malta, and Serbia, we're creating new opportunities in one of today's most dynamic industries.

About the role

To support our continued growth and strengthen our financial operations, we are looking for a hands‑on

Financial Controller

who doesn't just manage the numbers but constantly looks for smarter ways to work with them. You enjoy streamlining processes, have an eye for automation opportunities, and take initiative when you see things that can be done better. In this role, you will be responsible for accurate financial reporting, accounting operations, and ensuring the integrity of our financial records. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day financial management of Etpa and contribute to the company's continued growth.

Your main responsibilities

Own the month‑end and year‑end closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements, and continuously look for ways to make these faster and more efficient.

Question and improve how our financial processes work, with a strong drive to automate manual tasks and scale what works well.

Build, maintain and further develop the central datastore used to reconcile data between the Etpa platform and accounting software, with a drive to automate and scale where possible.

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with applicable accounting standards.

Support the CFO with financial data for budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.

Maintain and improve the financial administration and chart of accounts in Exact Online, actively identifying opportunities to optimize the setup.

Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, payments, and follow‑up.

Prepare and file VAT returns and other statutory obligations across relevant jurisdictions (NL, DE, MT).

Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors to support the annual audit and tax filings.

Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

About you

Proven experience ( 2-3 years ) in a similar role

Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles and reporting standards

Hands‑on experience with accounting software, preferably Exact Online and Basecone; familiarity with Power BI is a plus

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and take ownership of financial processes end‑to‑end

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non‑financial stakeholders

A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset, with a real interest in improving and automating how things are done

Relevant educational background (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Business)

Fluency in English; Dutch is a plus

Ability to work from our

Amsterdam office

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valid work permit for the European Union

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits

Significant responsibilities in an international environment

A close‑knit, supportive, and dynamic young team

A team with strong ambition and a clear vision

Flexible working hours and the option to work from our Malta office

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