Director of Financial Reporting

LIPTON Teas and Infusions is the world's largest tea business with a remarkable portfolio of over 30 world-class brands, including iconic names like Lipton, PG Tips, TAZO, Brooke Bond, and B-Corp certified Pukka and T2. Based in the Netherlands and operating in more than 100 countries, we pioneer innovative, premium and sustainable teas and infusions to delight our consumers daily. Our commitment is to drive the entire tea industry upwards and create value for all and the planet, from farmers to consumers, retailers, team members, partners, and shareholders. We take a long-term approach, investing in innovative and sustainable practices that deliver responsible growth, with a keen focus on meeting the needs of our customers and consumers, protecting the environment, and making a positive impact on people's lives.

The Opportunity
We are hiring a Director of Financial Reporting to join Lipton Teas & Infusions, based in Amsterdam.
This is a senior leadership role within Group Finance, responsible for ensuring our global financial reporting is accurate, timely, and fully compliant with IFRS. You will lead the Group Financial Reporting agenda across a complex international business, helping to strengthen controls, improve reporting processes, and provide confidence in the financial information used by senior leaders, investors, and key stakeholders.
Working closely with the Group Controller, CFO, Audit Committee, external auditors, and finance teams around the world, you will play a central role in how we report and govern the financial performance of Lipton Teas & Infusions.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong finance leader who enjoys combining strategic leadership with operational excellence in a global environment.
What You Will Lead

Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation process across all legal entities
• Ensure accurate and timely IFRS-compliant consolidated financial statements and disclosures
• Maintain high standards of reporting quality, consistency, and governance across the organisation
• Provide financial reporting insights that support effective decision making and stakeholder confidence

IFRS Compliance & Accounting Policy

• Ensure full compliance with IFRS and Group accounting policies across all markets
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and reporting matters
• Develop, maintain, and communicate Group accounting policies
• Oversee statutory reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions

External Audit & Controls

• Lead the Group external audit process and manage relationships with external auditors
• Drive a consistent and efficient audit approach across all markets
• Strengthen financial control frameworks and reporting governance
• Ensure robust internal controls support financial reporting accuracy and compliance

Reporting Strategy & Continuous Improvement

• Define and implement the global financial reporting strategy
• Drive standardisation and optimisation of Record-to-Report processes
• Champion automation and process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and control
• Build scalable reporting capabilities that support future business growth

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and develop teams across Financial Reporting, Consolidation, and Sustainability Reporting
• Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Partner closely with Tax, Treasury, FP&A, GBS, IT, and local finance teams
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior finance leaders and executive stakeholders

Who This Suits

• Finance leaders who enjoy operating at both strategic and operational levels
• Professionals who combine strong technical accounting expertise with commercial awareness
• Leaders who can simplify complexity and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
• Individuals who enjoy building capability, improving processes, and raising standards
• People who thrive in agile, fast-moving, and international environments

What You Bring

• Around 15 years of progressive finance experience with significant exposure to financial reporting and controllership
• Deep knowledge of IFRS and multinational financial reporting requirements
• Experience leading consolidated reporting within a complex international organisation
• Strong understanding of statutory reporting, audit, governance, and financial controls
• Proven leadership experience, including managing and developing senior finance professionals
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• A collaborative and pragmatic leadership style with a strong ownership mindset
• High personal integrity and a passion for continuous improvement

Nice To Have

• Big Four audit or advisory experience
• FMCG or consumer goods experience
• Exposure to private equity-backed organisations
• Experience with sustainability reporting or non-financial reporting frameworks

Ways of Working

This role is based in Amsterdam and operates on a hybrid working model.

The position has a global remit and requires regular interaction with finance teams and stakeholders across multiple regions. International travel of approximately 25% is expected.

What We Offer

• Base salary of €120,000 - €150,000, depending on experience
• Annual bonus opportunity of up to 25%
• Annual car allowance of €13,800
• Competitive pension scheme
• Hybrid working arrangements
• The opportunity to play a key leadership role within a global FMCG organisation
• The agility of a corporate start-up combined with the scale of a global market leader
• A collaborative, purpose-led culture that values ownership and innovation

How to Proceed

If this opportunity reflects your experience and aspirations, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application online. We also welcome you to share this opportunity with individuals in your network who may be interested in joining Lipton Teas & Infusions.