Director of Finance

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Director of Finance

Are you a strategic financial leader ready to take ownership of the entire finance operation in a fast-growing SaaS company? At Smarthotel, we’re looking for a Director of Finance who’s excited to drive our financial strategy, guide a growing team, and help us scale with confidence.

Full-time · Utrecht

About the role

As Director of Finance at Smarthotel, you’ll be responsible for overseeing and optimising our entire financial operation. You’ll work closely with the management team and be a key sparring partner in strategic decision-making. From cash flow to annual reporting, from team coaching to budget forecasting—this is your domain.

What you’ll do

Daily

  • Oversee the full financial operation and manage the AR/AP team, Project Office, and Controller.

  • Make ad-hoc decisions on cash flow, payment priorities, and credit limits (in collaboration with the Controller).

Weekly

  • Align with the management team and finance staff on payment statuses, cash flow, and forecasting.

  • Provide updates on financial performance and project deviations.

Monthly

  • Review and approve monthly closings, balance sheet reconciliations, and budget tracking.

  • Present P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports, including variance analysis.

Quarterly

  • Co-develop the investment policy and spending plans with leadership.

  • Update forecasts, dashboards, and KPIs (MRR, churn, etc.).

Annually

  • Prepare the annual budget and forecast.

  • Lead the audit process and draft annual reports in collaboration with our accountants.

  • Present yearly results and advise on strategic decisions.

  • Coach the finance team and lead continuous process improvements.

About you

  • A completed degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Economics (Bachelor or Master level).

  • At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a leadership role.

  • Strong analytical and communication skills.

  • Experience with financial systems and advanced Excel skills.

  • A proactive mindset with the ability to think strategically and act operationally.

What we offer

  • A full-time role with impact, ownership, and space to grow.

  • A creative and inspiring work environment where you can truly be yourself.

  • A salary that matches your experience and the value you bring.

  • Hybrid work options: work from home up to 3 days a week after your onboarding.

  • A healthy, innovative, and growing SaaS company.

  • A supportive culture built on trust, collaboration, and autonomy.

  • Great coffee, a tasty lunch, and regular team events and drinks.

  • Enthusiastic and fun colleagues who are passionate about what they do.

Apply now

Excited to join our team as Director of Finance? We’d love to hear from you!