Asraf Osman - Interim Global Consolidation Manager

Q: Where is Asraf based?

Asraf is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands .

Q: What languages does Asraf speak?

Asraf speaks the following languages: Dutch (Native), Somali (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Asraf have?

Asraf has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Asraf has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months . Note that Asraf may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Asraf's latest experience?

Asraf's most recent position is Interim Global Consolidation Manager at Mediq B.V. .

Q: What companies has Asraf worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Asraf has worked for Mediq B.V. , TBAuctions B.V. , Hofa B.V. and Peco Douwes B.V. , Indutrade Benelux B.V. , and Delta Capita B.V. .

Q: Which industries is Asraf most experienced in?

Asraf is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Manufacturing , and Retail . Asraf also has some experience in Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas is Asraf most experienced in?

Asraf is most experienced in business areas like Accounting , Finance , and Audit . Asraf also has some experience in Business Intelligence and Strategy .

Q: Which industries has Asraf worked in recently?

Asraf has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Professional Services , and Retail .

Q: Which business areas has Asraf worked in recently?

Asraf has recently worked in business areas like Accounting , Finance , and Audit .

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Amsterdam, Netherlands

Experience

Feb 2026 - Present

2 months

Interim Global Consolidation Manager

Mediq B.V.

Managed the full group consolidation process across 15 international markets, ensuring accurate and timely monthly and annual reporting
Led month-end and year-end close processes, safeguarding completeness, accuracy, and compliance of financial submissions from local entities
Collaborated closely with Group Finance, FP&A, Tax, and local finance teams to ensure alignment and consistency in financial reporting
Owned and managed the IBM Cognos consolidation system, ensuring reliable consolidation, reporting, and budgeting processes
Designed, maintained, and rolled out new reporting requirements and structures across the group
Managed user access rights and security settings, strengthening internal controls and governance
Developed and enhanced BI automated reports, improving data accessibility, visualization, and decision-making for finance stakeholders
Identified and implemented process improvements and automation initiatives, reducing manual work and accelerating reporting cycles
Acted as key finance business partner to IT, supporting system upgrades, enhancements, and issue resolution
Contributed to the digital finance transformation roadmap, driving standardization, simplification, and efficiency in reporting processes
Partnered with FP&A and Tax teams to ensure accurate data extraction and validation for performance reporting, statutory accounts, and tax compliance
Oversaw CBS (Statistics Netherlands) reporting, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements
Maintained and improved SOPs and process documentation, supporting consistency, audit readiness, and knowledge sharing
Proactively identified opportunities for best practices, process optimization, and faster close cycles
Drove initiatives to enhance data quality, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency across the finance function

Feb 2025 - Jan 2026

1 year

Group Controller

TBAuctions B.V.

Supported the preparation of the consolidated annual financial statements and ensured the timely and successful completion of the Group audit
Prepared the consolidated monthly financial reports and the consolidated annual financial statements, including commentary for the monthly Board and Bank reports
Developed a policy for intercompany transactions and transfer pricing, including monitoring and eliminating these transactions for consolidation purposes
Prepared and maintained the Group Accounting Manual, including advising, training, and supporting the controllers of group entities on complex accounting standards
Prepared and maintained a Group Internal Control Manual, implementing and monitoring an adequate Administrative Organization/Internal Control (AO/IC) framework
Managed accounting integration of acquisitions and alignment with the Group Accounting Manual and Group Internal Control Manual
Provided ad hoc advice and analysis

Jan 2024 - Jan 2025

1 year 1 month

Head of Finance and IT

Hofa B.V. and Peco Douwes B.V.

Led the legal merger of Hofa B.V. and Peco Douwes B.V. as an assignment from Indutrade Benelux B.V.
Served as part of the management team
Directly responsible for 4 FTEs and partly responsible for 30 FTEs
Prepared monthly reports and analyses, communicated with managers on results and expectations, checked P&L general ledger accounts, and reviewed cash flow reports for management team discussions
Developed management information using relevant KPIs and visualized this using dashboards
Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual closures in cooperation with a finance team of 4 employees
Facilitated the management team in preparation of annual budgets and long-term strategy
Supported, initiated, and reviewed business cases for investments
Managed and supervised the Finance, IT, and back office teams
Acted as point of contact for accountant, the Tax Office, and other external parties on financial and back office questions

Nov 2021 - Jan 2025

3 years 3 months

Group Controller Benelux

Indutrade Benelux B.V.

Served as board member of three group companies in the Netherlands
Reviewed and closed weekly, monthly, and other periodic consolidated reporting
Accountable for the consolidated budget, forecast, and actual reporting follow-up including preparation of management reporting
Held end-to-end responsibility for the planning and control cycle for Benelux
Supported review of country strategy and performance and provided proactive analysis on trends and group/region initiatives
Challenged group performance and initiatives
Supported group in achieving global standards and processes based on global frameworks and local legal requirements
Built and maintained strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders in accounting and reporting
Coordinated external audit, reviewed and followed up on audit findings and recommendations
Participated in ad hoc projects
Provided cash flow management support
Set reporting deadlines and standards for the Benelux Finance team
Ensured timely reporting to regulators and tax agencies
Performed corporate housekeeping, ensuring all corporate documents were available
Managed and controlled the group’s insurance portfolio
Contributed to shareholder and supervisory board reports of group companies
Acted as a functional finance expert for group companies

Aug 2020 - Oct 2021

1 year 3 months

Financial Controller Benelux/APAC

Delta Capita B.V.

Accountable for the consolidated budget, forecast, and actual reporting follow-up including preparation of management reporting
Held end-to-end responsibility for the planning and control cycle for regions Benelux and Asia
Provided finance business partnership to the Global Management Board and regional board members on operational matters
Supported review of country strategy and performance and performed proactive analysis on trends and group/region initiatives
Challenged group performance and initiatives
Led the team to achieve global standards and processes based on global frameworks and local legal requirements
Set up and maintained financial structures to track cost and performance and support decision making
Built and maintained strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders in accounting and reporting
Developed, implemented, and continuously improved effective and efficient accounting and reporting processes and routines
Participated in global projects to simplify, harmonize, and automate financial operations and reporting
Coordinated external audit and followed up on audit findings and recommendations

Mar 2020 - Jun 2020

4 months

Interim GL Accountant

Patagonia

Improved and optimized financial processes and procedures
Reviewed reporting during the month-end close
Reviewed transaction batches for correctness and completeness and audited monthly credit card and cash transactions
Set up and maintained the accounting manual and working instructions
Contributed to quality control of all financial reports
Calculated and verified the ledger for internal audit
Ensured correctness and completeness of documents requested by Head Office and management for management information
Supported internal and external audits and performed ad hoc analyses and reporting

Dec 2019 - Mar 2020

4 months

Interim Business Administrator Notary

Van Doorne B.V.

Ensured timely, complete, and correct processing of pro-forma invoices
Verified and set up payments and prepared settlement notes for notaries, including performing interest calculations
Opened, mutated, reported, and closed files
Prepared and submitted electronic expense claims and monitored client-specific expense claims and price commitments
Identified backlogs in work in progress and accounts receivable
Acted as first point of contact for partners

Sep 2015 - Sep 2019

4 years 1 month

Financial Account Manager

Intertrust Netherlands B.V.

Cooperated closely with Relationship Managers and external auditors and tax consultants
Prepared balance sheets and profit & loss statements in line with Dutch GAAP, US GAAP, and IFRS
Calculated and distributed management fees
Implemented process improvements
Prepared and filed VAT returns and corporate income tax returns
Maintained client files for 95 relationships
Submitted annual accounts and tax returns
Motivated and supervised team members

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Retail.

Professional Services

Manufacturing

Retail

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Accounting, Finance, Audit, Business Intelligence, and Strategy.

Accounting

Finance

Audit

Business Intelligence

Strategy

Skills

Ms Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Power Bi)
Sap
Microsoft Dynamics (Business Central)
Millogic
Quick Book
Exact
Cognos
Oculus
Lucanet
Afas

Languages

Dutch

Native

Somali

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Feb 2021 - Nov 2023

Nyenrode Business University

MSc Controller · Controller · Breukelen, Netherlands

Sep 2010 - Feb 2015

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

BSc Accounting · Accounting · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Certifications & licenses

Power Bi

Internal Academy

Business English For Financials

Internal Academy

Excel For Financials

Internal Academy

Certified Management Accountant

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Certified Trust Officer

Booij Bikkers Advocaten

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 8

Experience in Professional Services 5.5 y

Avg length 1 y 4 m

Longest experience 4 y

Expertise

Recent roles Interim Global Consolidation Manager, Group Controller, Head of Finance and IT

Main industries Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail

Main business areas Accounting, Finance, Audit

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 5

Profile

Created

March 2026

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Where is Asraf based?

Asraf is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

What languages does Asraf speak?

Asraf speaks the following languages: Dutch (Native), Somali (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Asraf have?

Asraf has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Asraf has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that Asraf may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Asraf be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Asraf would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Global Consolidation Manager, Group Controller, Head of Finance and IT.

What is Asraf's latest experience?

Asraf's most recent position is Interim Global Consolidation Manager at Mediq B.V..

What companies has Asraf worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Asraf has worked for Mediq B.V., TBAuctions B.V., Hofa B.V. and Peco Douwes B.V., Indutrade Benelux B.V., and Delta Capita B.V..

Which industries is Asraf most experienced in?

Asraf is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Retail. Asraf also has some experience in Healthcare.

Which business areas is Asraf most experienced in?

Asraf is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Audit. Asraf also has some experience in Business Intelligence and Strategy.

Which industries has Asraf worked in recently?

Asraf has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Retail.

Which business areas has Asraf worked in recently?

Asraf has recently worked in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Audit.

What is Asraf's education?

Asraf holds a Master in Controller from Nyenrode Business University and a Bachelor in Accounting from Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences.

Does Asraf have any certificates?

Asraf has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Power Bi, Business English For Financials, and Excel For Financials.

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