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As a Financial Analyst within the Financial Analysis & Forecasting department, you will play a key role in DAF's financial planning, consolidation, and forecasting processes. Your analyses and insights directly support strategic decision-making by the Boards of Management of both DAF Trucks and PACCAR, one of the world's leading manufacturers of premium commercial vehicles.

Main responsibilities: 

• You support the financial closing and consolidation process and you assist in the preparation and analysis of the monthly forecasts, as well as the annual budget cycle, in cooperation with (local) business controllers and PACCAR corporate
• You prepare periodic financial and management reports, working together with other departments within the company, such as HR, Marketing & Sales, Tax as well as internal and external auditors
• You are responsible for periodic headcount reporting and preparation of the annual international tax packages
• You are involved in finance related subjects such as CBS (Dutch Central Bureau of Statistics) inquiries
• You perform the internal controls within the area of responsibility
• You are involved in projects to improve the reporting processes; for example support replacement of the global reporting system 

Approximately half of your time will be dedicated to the monthly closing and forecasting cycle, while the remaining time will be spent on improvement initiatives, analyses, and special projects.

The Financial Analysis & Forecasting department offers a unique perspective on DAF’s business. Since all financial information ultimately comes together within the department, you will gain exposure to virtually every area of the organization and develop a broad understanding of how the company operates.

This role provides:

• A steep learning curve and excellent foundation for a future career within Finance & Control.
• Direct exposure to senior finance management, including Finance Directors and senior controllers.
• Opportunities to contribute to projects with high visibility throughout the organization.
• A close-knit and informal team environment where teamwork, knowledge sharing, and social activities are highly valued.