Vacature Financial Officer

Financial Officer in Maastricht

PathoFinder and PathoNostics are looking for a:

Financial Officer

Company Profile

PathoFinder B.V., founded in 2004, is a molecular diagnostics scale-up company based in Maastricht. The company develops and commercializes innovative molecular diagnostic tests for comprehensive detection of a wide variety of infectious disease pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2. PathoFinder's proprietary 2SmartFinder® technology enables the detection and differentiation of up to 24 viral, bacterial, fungal and parasitic pathogens in a single assay. 

PathoNostics B.V., founded in 2011, is PathoFinder’s sister company and is focusing on the development and manufacturing of real-time PCR assays for fungal diagnostics. Our mission is to rapidly detect the disease-causing fungus and simultaneously identify antifungal resistance, allowing clinicians to initiate a dedicated and timely therapy and save on costs and lives. 

Both PathoFinder and Pathonostics are ISO13485 certified, and all products comply with CE-IVD guidelines. 

PathoFinder|PathoNostics will grow significantly in the coming years and is looking to expand its product portfolio as well as its global distributor network. Working at PathoFinder means working together in a young dynamic and passionate team, flexibility and (cross-departmental) growth opportunities. 

Job description

Are you impeccably organized with a keen interest in finance? Do you excel in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple tasks effortlessly while maintaining a positive and proactive approach? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Join our dynamic team at PathoFinder|PathoNostics as a Financial Officer. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing key financial operations, including budget management, financial reporting, audit preparation, and maintaining accurate financial records. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact by providing critical financial support and contributing to our strategic goals.

Responsibilities (not limited to) 

• Accounting and Financial Analysis
• Several Monthly Reporting including actual and forecasted figures, along with key performance indicators (KPIs), sales reports.
• Budget Tracking and Analysis.
• Prepare and submit VAT declarations monthly for the fiscal unities.
• Conduct quarterly checks of work cost arrangements.
• Track hours and costs eligible for WBSO each quarter, and advise the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) on compliance and optimal financial outcomes for the remainder of the year.
• Serve as the liaison between the companies and the parent company in China and deliver requested information.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, regularly review, and refine internal control systems, and maintain comprehensive documentation of all processes and changes.
• Schedule and oversee (internal) audit planning and execution.
• Adhere to the Quality Manual of PathoFinder (ISO 13485) and the In-vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR).
• Provide guidance and mentorship to financial staff.

Personal qualities

• >3-5 years’ experience in a similar role in a manufacturing company.
• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance and Control (Business Economics) or something similar.
• Work experience with ERP system.
• Excellent in written and spoken English and Dutch is required.
• Good analytical and communication skills.
• Well organized and structured, with the ability to manage daily tasks and workflow independently.
• Proactive, details-oriented, able to work independently under pressure.
• Knowledge of international accounting standards and PRC accounting rules is a plus.
• Familiarity with Dutch local accounting and finance regulations is essential.
• Familiarity with IFRS reporting standards is preferred.

What we offer

• Professional growth within a dynamic and innovative company.
• A supportive team environment where your contributions make a real impact.
• Based at our office in Maastricht.
• A competitive salary including 25 vacation days and pension plan.

Join us in shaping the future of molecular diagnostics. 

If you are ready to bring your organizational skills and enthusiasm to our commercial team, apply today and send your personal motivation letter and CV to: [email protected]