Jan de Jong

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About Jan de Jong

Seasoned Finance Executive who creates overview, insight, structure, focus, grip and stability in complex (financial) situations Gives (financial) clarity is business decision making and unlocks and creates business potential and value Passionate about connecting/inspiring people and employees, high performance teams and continuous improvement Is a financial leader and partner for the CEO/Managing Director Able to translate long term vision and business strategy into concrete actions. Financial Executive with 20+ years of experience in a broad spectrum of generic financial management on senior management level including Business Control and Reporting (Dutch GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS), Business Restructurings and Integration, Cash Management, Debt Restructuring, Strategic Planning and Business Analyses, International Tax, Risk Management and Product Costing and Pricing. Also broad experience in ICT and Operations (process redesign), Legal Affairs and Personnel Affairs; commercial experience (sales) in retail business. Broad managerial experiences including change and project management on different organizational levels and different settings. Is used to work in an international setting and across different cultures. Acts as financial business partner at senior management level with specific interest into strategic questions, business opportunities and building cohesive teams. Both experience in multinational and mid-range (family owned) companies. Is very familiar with private equity settings. Has worked in international listed Textile (working experience abroad), Coating, Chemical and High-Tech companies. Also experience as interim manager. Key competences & skills: reliant; strong commitment to values; analytical; strong ability to split complex problems into parts in order to build solutions; drive for change; thinks strategically while maintaining a focus on the detail; strong result oriented; primary coaching leadership style with proven track record to apply situational leadership styles; highly committed self-starter; can translate strategy into concrete actions; thrives on cultural diversity