Core Mandate

Analyzed the financial health of businesses and conducted in-depth investigations to determine eligibility for tax debt restructuring agreements.

Reviewed and structured tax relief proposals in compliance with all applicable Dutch laws and regulations (Wwft/Saneringsregelingen).

Advised companies after their requests were denied, translating complex tax laws into clear, actionable next steps.

Key Impact

Resolved multi-year, complex tax relief cases that had repeatedly stalled, combining strategic negotiation with a solutions-oriented and pragmatic approach.

Strategic Impact

Led in-depth credit risk evaluations across Nike's European portfolio, analyzing financial statements and retail metrics to control risk exposure.

Developed and aligned strategic credit policies, establishing a standardized framework for consistent risk management across Europe.

Designed and implemented financial process improvements with cross-functional teams, boosting operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Delivered critical financial insights on credit risk and customer viability, guiding strategic decisions for key stakeholders.

Key Achievement

Managed the financial side of a large-scale strategic divestiture project, successfully closing it without increasing the bad debt provision through cross-departmental collaboration, risk control, and effective stakeholder management.

Implemented automation across core workflows, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.

Benelux Operations

Managed a high-value strategic account portfolio in the Benelux by implementing proactive credit controls, monitoring customer performance, and overseeing credit approvals to mitigate risk.

Directed timely account reconciliations, month-end reporting, and comprehensive credit evaluations in collaboration with the global credit team.

Designed and applied credit control measures that helped reduce post-invoice claims.

Key Achievement

Oversaw all credit and risk management for the largest strategic accounts in the Benelux, driving portfolio growth while minimizing credit exposure. Promoted to Credit & Risk Analyst after demonstrating exceptional performance.

Professional Certification

Achieved professional qualification in management accounting, focusing on business strategy, financial strategy, and risk management.

Completed while working full-time at Booking.com, demonstrating commitment to continuous professional development.

Global Expansion

Managed the full cycle of global credit risk by identifying, quantifying, and mitigating exposure to bad debt across global markets.

Guaranteed adherence to financial regulations, including SOX compliance, by actively monitoring internal controls and credit control processes.

Drove risk-reducing improvements by identifying key issues in credit policy and collaborating with management to implement solutions.

Established and managed contracts with large collection agencies on a global scale, leading negotiations and ensuring performance.

Key Achievement

As a key member of a small, agile team, architected and implemented Booking.com's first global credit risk processes and procedures, contributing to financial stability during a period of rapid global expansion.

Credit Control Operations

Conducted comprehensive credit risk assessments for new lease applications in the heating and maintenance sector.

Executed proactive collection strategies for overdue accounts to reduce outstanding debt and improve cash flow.

Developed strategic solutions to resolve outstanding receivables while maintaining strong client relationships.

International Focus

Specialized in Business Administration with focus on finance and international business.

Included an impactful Erasmus exchange at the Berlin School of Economics & Law (2010), studying in German language.

Simultaneously completed an internship as Country Manager Netherlands for Young Internet (Berlin), managing online brand and social media activities.

Crisis Management Experience

Conducted detailed credit investigations and financial data analysis to perform accurate credit limit assessments.

Assessed customer creditworthiness to implement effective risk mitigation strategies for new and existing accounts.

Managed debt collection processes by negotiating payment solutions with clients while ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Credit Risk & Control

Collections & Resolution

Process & Automation

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