Financial Reporting & Compliance Manager Europe

Introduction

Move the world with us! AIT is a global freight forwarding and logistics company headquartered in Chicago. Are you looking for an exciting and varied job? Then you are exactly right for us! Become part of the international supply chain and move the world with us! Does that sound interesting? Then make AIT Worldwide Logistics the next stop on your career ladder!

Overview

As the Financial Reporting & Compliance Manager Europe, you are responsible for statutory financial reporting, transfer pricing compliance, and fiscal reporting across AIT’s European operations. The role ensures full compliance with local statutory, tax, and statistical reporting requirements while supporting senior finance leadership with high-quality external reporting and compliance oversight. The role works closely with the Finance Director – Europe, Senior Financial Controller, and supports the VP Finance – Europe from a compliance standpoint.

Responsibilities

Statutory Financial Reporting

• Manage statutory financial reporting for three consolidated groups headquartered in the Netherlands, Germany and the United Kingdom

• Prepare consolidated and company-only statutory financial statements

• Ensure accurate consolidation, including equity eliminations and intercompany balances

• Coordinate statutory reporting timelines and manage external audits

Transfer Pricing Compliance

• Manage transfer pricing compliance across Europe

• Coordinate and support consultants with Local Files and Master File preparation

• Support transfer pricing audits and authority inquiries

Fiscal Compliance

• Oversee and support CIT return filings across European entities

• Coordinate with tax advisors and support tax audits

Statistical & External Reporting

• Manage statistical reporting to the Dutch Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS)

• Provide ad-hoc external reporting support

Qualifications

• Master degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or similar
• Professional qualifications (RA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent) preferred
• At least 8 years of experience in financial reporting and compliance
• Managerial experience in audit/assurance and/or technical accounting and compliance within Big-4 environment is a major plus
• Experience with consolidation systems (OneStream) is a plus, but not mandatory
• Strong knowledge of technical accounting, financial reporting, consolidation, equity eliminations, and Dutch statutory compliance
• Experience in multinational European environment
• Proactive, responsible, and dynamic personality
• Good assertiveness
• Ability to make decisions
• Team and service orientation
• High resilience and enthusiasm
• Strong PC skills (Windows, Microsoft Office applications) preferred
• Fluent oral and written English is a must, Dutch is beneficial

• VGB security clearance (or the ability to obtain it) is required for this position

What AIT Can Offer You

We believe in rewarding your talent and supporting your growth. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you’ll enjoy:

• 27.5 holiday days per year to relax and recharge
• A solid pension plan to secure your future
• Access to an online learning library and regular training opportunities to support your professional growth
• Employee support programs focused on your well-being
• Five paid volunteer hours per year, giving you time to make a difference
• Exclusive employee discounts through Deel, adding extra perks to your everyday life

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.