Head of Finance

Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.

We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.

Currently, we’re looking for an experienced, strategic Head of Finance to lead our Finance team through a transformative phase—outsourcing operational activities, enhancing data infrastructure, and strengthening business control. This is your chance to make a difference while growing your career in a mission-driven environment.

How you will make a difference

As Head of Finance, you will partner with leadership to drive financial strategy, ensure compliance, and empower your team—all while advancing Triodos’ mission to ‘change finance to finance change’.

As part of your role, you will:

• Develop and execute the finance strategy, aligning it with Triodos’ long-term business goals and values.
• Lead a team of 10–11 professionals across Accounting, Reporting, Control, and Oversight, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and accountability.
• Oversee financial management, reporting, and control processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in a dynamic environment.
• Drive the company-wide budgeting process, challenge assumptions, and calculate business cases for new products or initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls and audit readiness, identifying risks and implementing improvements to safeguard financial integrity.
• Act as a strategic business partner to senior leadership, providing insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Lead change and innovation, leveraging technology (e.g., BI tools, data infrastructure) to enhance financial processes and insights.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, building trust and ensuring alignment on financial goals and governance.

What you will bring

We value leadership, expertise, and a commitment to positive change. If you’re passionate about using finance as a force for good, we’d love to hear from you.

To be successful in this role:

You have:

• A Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance, supplemented by a relevant certification (e.g., RA, RC, CPA, CMA).
• 9–10+ years of experience in the financial services industry, with at least 4–5 years in a managerial role.
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
• Deep expertise in investment funds, including accounting, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen, with experience leading budgeting processes and calculating business cases.
• An agile mindset and tech-savviness, with a passion for leveraging data and technology to drive innovation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, enabling you to influence and collaborate at all levels.

You are:

• Mission-driven, with a genuine commitment to sustainable finance and Triodos’ values.
• Analytical and solution-oriented, with the ability to navigate complexity and drive results.
• A proactive leader, who empowers others and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.

We welcome applications from candidates who may not meet every requirement but demonstrate the potential to excel in this role.

Your future colleagues

You’ll lead a talented, close-knit team of finance professionals, collaborating with colleagues across Triodos Investment Management. Together, you’ll contribute to a shared mission: using finance to create positive social, environmental, and economic impact.

Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and continuous learning—where your leadership will shape not only the finance function but also the future of sustainable investing.

What we offer you

An inspiring work culture

The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• find a sense of meaning in your work
• create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment

Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues.

And of course, great remuneration and working conditions

• a salary appropriate to the position, our remuneration policy and your experience
• an attractive pension policy
• a mobility card (including free private travels)
• flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• reimbursement of a company bicycle to the max of € 1,500
• 27 holiday days with a 36-hour working week, plus the option of buying 2 weeks of extra holiday days
• extra leave to contribute to voluntary work
• a range of education and training opportunities
• the option to join our collective health insurance
• a working from home allowance per home office day
• suitable home office equipment up to € 750 every 5 years