Jan Scholts
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The Perfect Fit, finance * information * value
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Netherlands
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partner
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Jan 2015 - Present
The Perfect Fit is a network organisation that links its customer base to a large number of independent (interim) professionals - our crown jewels. We employ a tailored business model based on a sound knowledge of the market, a clear vision and a distinctive proposition. We help our customers to resolve capacity or seniority issues providing a refreshing contribution towards optimising its business objectives. We offer our professionals an attractive network environment, trainings and our infrastructure, so that they can develop fully in personal and professional terms. Show less
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Intertrust (Netherlands) B.V
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Amsterdam
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Member of the Supervisory Board
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Aug 2015 - Sep 2017
Supervision of the management board. Soundboard for the management board. Act in the corporate interest of the Company. Monitor compliance with the requirements under the Wtt (Wet toezicht trustkantoren). Consider the interests of all other stakeholders,including the Works Counsel. Supervision of the management board. Soundboard for the management board. Act in the corporate interest of the Company. Monitor compliance with the requirements under the Wtt (Wet toezicht trustkantoren). Consider the interests of all other stakeholders,including the Works Counsel.
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Intertrust Group
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Netherlands
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Group Finance Director
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Aug 2013 - Jul 2015
• Achieve a successful integration of Intertrust and the ATC Group in the areas Operations, Finance, Tax and IT a) Participate actively on the definition of the Target Operating Model (TOM) and lead the global roll-out of the TOM. b) Apply the best of breed of Intertrust and ATC in the TOM. c) Drive TOM and PMI consultants to pragmatic solutions • Support the consolidation of the ATC Group at Intertrust level until full integration • Support in the mapping from local accounting standards of ATC entities to IFRS reporting • Manage the statutory audit of ATC entities with close coordination between audit firms (KPMG and/or PWC). • Drive a performance culture a) Harmonize operational management information systems - once the processes are defined, coach and follow-up on implementation to drive the higher performance b) Extract added value of best practices closely aligned to the TOM • Lead the Legal and tax restructuring in Netherlands and Luxembourg the implementation of the tax to be structure and rationalize the legal entity structure. • Support CFO on a case by case basis Show less
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ATC Group
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Financial Officer
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Jan 2008 - Aug 2013
• Member of the Executive Committee and trusted advisor to the CEO in the leadership of the business with specific accountabilities for directing and overseeing all financial activities of the Group. • Establish a financially disciplined and systematic financial reporting and planning process. Ensure the integrity of all financial and regulatory reporting, controls, processes and treasury systems, controls and processes. Establish proactive internal monitoring systems that create accountability, identify risks and opportunities and develop contingency plans.• Lead the financial organization and create an organized, high functioning team. Review the current structure/talent and determine if the group possesses the right skills needed for the future organization. Provide leadership and coaching that fosters an environment of problem solving and improved business practices and that attracts and retains superior financial talent.• Establish and maintain ongoing analytical process that provides in depth understanding of financial performance versus prior year, budget and monthly forecasts. Development of Group reporting to stakeholders, but also developing tailored management information for local management to drive operational excellence. • Take ownership and responsibility for the treasury, corporate finance, working capital, liquidity and risk management of the company. Maintain and develop investor relations, including the communications to the banks in the syndicate. Close monitoring of banking arrangements in view of the development of the business.• Oversee all tax issues and gain a deep understanding of the implications of and the complexities behind existing policies. Oversee and coordinate annual preparation of returns and be prepared to defend positions, as appropriate. Show less
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Managing Director
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Jul 1999 - Dec 2007
• Financial Reporting & Accounting: Direct the preparation of all financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, reports to shareholders, tax returns, and reports for government regulatory agencies at Group and local level. Oversee Group and local accounting departments and audit processes. • Strategic Planning & Budgeting: Responsible for the strategic planning and budgeting processes within the Group, as well as formal and informal re-forecasting. Suggest methods of improving the planning process as appropriate. Study long-range economic trends and advise on resulting opportunities and risks.• Performance Management: Responsible for the design and implementation of an effective MIS system to timely monitor operational and financial performance across the Group. Track performance against plan and actively propose corrective actions if necessary. • Strategy: Formulate the financial strategy of the Group in line and in cooperation with the owners’ strategy. Assist the CEO and Executive Committee in the further development of the Group’s international expansion strategy.• Mergers & Acquisitions: Support M&A activities: financial due diligence and review of investment case and managing post merger financial due diligence and integration.• Leadership: Lead by example in people management and organise, manage, develop and staff the function in order to be equipped for current and future business challenges and contribute to the optimisation of business results. Support further development and implementation of the Group’s growth strategy by building a strong team across the Group. Show less
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Finance Director
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Jan 1997 - Jun 1999
Responsibilities:• Analyse, challenge and consolidate the annual plans (including updates and forecasts) as submitted by the business units and co-ordinate a discussion between group management and business unit management. • Support the managing director in preparing and presenting the annual plan and multi year plan based on the business units annual plans as approved by the managing board.• Document and follow up on all action points that come up in the business planning discussions.• Generate improvement of feedback towards the annual plan process and business planning methodology.• Business improvement initiatives such as optimizing working capital, minimising the level of bad/doubtful debts in a commercially astute manner, adoption of best practice in all areas of the businesses; Show less
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Financial Manager
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Sep 1992 - Dec 1996
Responsibilities:• Overseas the establishment and maintenance of fiscal controls, preparation and the interpretation of financial reports, including the annual financial statements. • Develops and maintains overall accounting policies and controls.• Represents the financial organization, both internal and external, including regulators and auditors. Establishes and maintains good corporate relations with regulatory authorities.• Advises senior management on financial affairs.• Oversees the development of comprehensive and timely budgets and financial plans. Show less
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Conelgro
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Netherlands
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Wholesale
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1 - 100 Employee
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Finance Director
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Jan 1989 - Aug 1992
Responsibilities and achievements: • Lead by the Managing Director of the company helping to change a typical family owned business into a professionally managed results driven operation. • Reporting to group headquarters in UK, preparation of annual financial statements. • Develop management information system. Responsibilities and achievements: • Lead by the Managing Director of the company helping to change a typical family owned business into a professionally managed results driven operation. • Reporting to group headquarters in UK, preparation of annual financial statements. • Develop management information system.
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Arthur Andersen & Co.
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Accounting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member of audit team/Manager of audit team
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Apr 1984 - Dec 1988
Responsibilities and achievements: • Development of professional skills in a fast growing international business environment. • Development of network of business contacts, of which a number last to date. Responsibilities and achievements: • Development of professional skills in a fast growing international business environment. • Development of network of business contacts, of which a number last to date.
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De Tombe Melse & Co
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Amsterdam en omgeving, Nederland
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Member of audit team
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Sep 1978 - Mar 1984
Member of audit team Member of audit team
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Education
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NBA
High School, Auditing -
1971 - 1978
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