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Kelly van Krieken

Kelly van Krieken

AMSTERDAM

Summary

Accomplished finance executive with 25 years experience and a proven track record in both business strategy and operational finance excellence. Possesses a deep understanding of market dynamics with a focus on the tech industry. An empathetic leader who mentors and challenges her teams.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Corporate Development

Irdeto
12.2019 - Current
  • CFO-successor designate for Irdeto Group
  • Refined corporate M&A strategies and provided strategic guidance to the executive team at Irdeto.
  • Led cross-functional deal teams and served as the main point of contact for target company management.
  • Analyzed market trends, identified new market opportunities, and collaborated with business leaders.
  • Managed shareholder expectations to secure deal fundings.

Irdeto Chief of Staff

Irdeto
04.2018 - 12.2019
  • Member of Irdeto's executive team
  • Support the CEO and his direct reports in the strategic operations of the company

Financial Controller EMEA

Irdeto
02.2017 - 04.2018
  • Member of the Finance leadership team
    Responsible for all financial aspects for the EMEA region, which accounted for 80% of all transactions and FTE.
  • Lead a team of 8 finance professionals.
  • Functional responsibilities included Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, IFRS reporting and audit management.
  • Manage a monthly close by work day 2, with bi-annual audits.
  • Manage the design and execution of an Oracle ERP implementation.

Maternity Leave

Career Break
10.2016 - 02.2017

Vice President, International Controller

W. P. Carey
02.2013 - 10.2016
  • Led the finance team growth from 5 to 15 people in Amsterdam, taking over responsibilities from the New York Global HQ.
  • Managed US GAAP group financial results monthly, supporting quarterly consolidation and audit.
  • Oversaw local/IFRS filing requirements in 25 jurisdictions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
  • Manage the design and migration for the international perspective for a new GL and reporting software (JDE and Hyperion from MRI).

Earlier Roles

Marsh, Rabobank and WHK
01.2004 - 01.2013

Early-career finance & accounting roles in New Zealand, Bermuda and the Netherlands

Education

Chartered Accountant -

Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
New Zealand
2006

Bachelor of Commerce -

The University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
2003

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Stakeholder Management (Internal & External)
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Market Trend Analysis
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Analysis
  • Business Strategy
  • Accounting & Financial Reporting (US GAAP/IFRS)
  • Mentoring
  • ERP Implementation

Timeline

Director of Corporate Development

Irdeto
12.2019 - Current

Irdeto Chief of Staff

Irdeto
04.2018 - 12.2019

Financial Controller EMEA

Irdeto
02.2017 - 04.2018

Maternity Leave

Career Break
10.2016 - 02.2017

Vice President, International Controller

W. P. Carey
02.2013 - 10.2016

Earlier Roles

Marsh, Rabobank and WHK
01.2004 - 01.2013

Chartered Accountant -

Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand

Bachelor of Commerce -

The University of Auckland
Kelly van Krieken