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About Meridia

Meridia is an AgTech company specialised in field data within complex smallholder-heavy agri-commodity supply chains such as cocoa, coffee, palm oil, rubber and soy.

Meridia Verify®, its flagship SaaS product, verifies supply chain field data in real time – and validates compliance with frameworks such as the EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation). With Verify, companies can reduce commercial and reputational risk, minimise supply chain disruption and accelerate evidence-based decision-making for strategic sourcing, procurement and trade.

Meridia’s mission is to improve the veracity of datasets driving decision making in global agri-commodity supply chains. Its purpose is to build transparent and inclusive supply chains that afford smallholders a level playing field.

See https://www.meridia.land for more information on our work.

Job Description

Meridia is looking for an experienced Financial Controller based in our Amsterdam office at least 2 days a week. The role is full time and reports to the Head of Finance & Operations.

As Meridia Financial Controller you will oversee and enhance the day-to-day financial management, reporting and compliance functions. Managing one FTE in Amsterdam and our external bookkeepers you will implement best-in-class financial processes, optimise systems, and drive financial insights to support sustainable growth and operational efficiency. You will execute a roadmap of continuous improvement driving Meridia’s transition to SaaS and creating a robust organisation, equipped to scale. This role is ideal for an experienced Financial Controller with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to scale-up challenges.

Responsibilities

The Financial Controller has the following responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Own the financial reporting process ensuring a timely and efficient month end close as well as complete and accurate internal reporting.
• Oversee daily accounting/finance operations such as accounts payable/receivable, payroll and control and monitoring of country budgets
• Monitor ARR, MRR, churn, customer retention, and other key SaaS metrics, providing actionable insights for cross-functional teams.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and implement scalable financial processes that support company growth.

Financial Strategy & Planning

• Develop financial models and forecasting tools to support business growth and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with the management team to provide insights on business performance, identifying key growth levers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Support the annual budgeting process and partner with department heads to ensure budget adherence and financial discipline.
• Support ad hoc fundraising or other strategic activities by preparing financial models, data rooms, and investor presentations.

Leadership & management

• Inspire and proactively coach & line manage the Finance Team and external financial support fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Compliance

• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure adherence to ISO 27001 standards and other relevant regulatory requirements. Support ongoing internal audits and documentation maintenance, aligning financial procedures with data security and privacy standards.
• Manage company wide operational infrastructure such has hardware, software and insurances

The ideal candidate has/is

• A higher education financial qualification (RA, CPA, ACCA etc)
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS or Dutch GAAP)
• 6+ years in finance or accounting roles, with a strong preference for experience in a SaaS or high-growth technology company.
• Big four or other reputable accounting firm experience preferable.
• 2+ year experience in managing a team
• Advanced financial modelling skills
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero preferred)
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 a plus
• Well organised, structured and drives initiatives through to completion
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English
• Enjoys working in a fast paced environment
• Proactive attitude, highly collaborative, and possesses a growth mindset

The benefits package includes

• Market rate salary commensurate with your skills and competencies
• Four-day work week
• 7 % pension contribution
• A computer or laptop for work
• A hybrid working position
• Up to 5 weeks allowance of fully remote working per year
• Annual employee led Learning & Development budget
• Office travel compensation
• Being part of a fast-growing impact venture with an informal, professional work culture
• Engaging with team members, clients and users in various other countries

Apply!

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis. Please apply by submitting your details: https://podio.com/webforms/12899533/879652.

Only applications submitted through the link will be reviewed.

The ideal starting date is February- March.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to jobs@meridia.land for more information about this position.