Herbert Muntinga
Beverwijk
Summary
Results driven and pragmatic finance executive with extensive experience across regulated, international, and complex organizations. Acts as a trusted advisor to Boards and senior management, combining strategic insight with hands-on leadership to drive financial integrity, compliance, and sustainable performance. Highly experienced in financial governance, reporting, FP&A, and risk management, with a strong track record in process optimization, digital transformation, and organizational improvement. Known for clear communication, strong analytical capability, and sound professional judgment, consistently translating strategy into practical, value-driven financial decisions.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Non-Executive Finance Advisor
Blue Turtle Tax
08.2024 - Current
- Provided financial advisory support on accounting standards, financial policies, and statutory annual accounts compliance
- Ensured adherence to regulatory requirements, governance frameworks, and internal control standards
- Drove process improvement initiatives to strengthen internal controls, enhance efficiency, and improve reporting accuracy
PC&F Manager F&A (a.i.)
Autoriteit Financiële Markten
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Delivered expert financial advisory support on accounting standards, financial policies, and statutory annual accounts compliance
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, governance standards, and internal control frameworks
- Led process improvement initiatives to enhance financial reporting quality, strengthen internal controls, and support audit readiness
Director Finance & Control (a.i.)
LMC
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Held end to end responsibility for Finance & Control, leading a team of 7 FTE (and Facilities ad interim), overseeing Planning & Control, statutory accounts, and tax processes
- Established and strengthened the Business Control function by implementing a new allocation model, enhancing reporting quality, and improving financial governance
- Led digitalization and process optimization initiatives in collaboration with ICT and HR, and acted as financial lead in merger, audit, and external stakeholder engagements
Manager Finance & Facilities
The International School of Amsterdam
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Served as a member of the Management Team, acting as strategic and financial advisor aligned with the organizational Strategic Plan
- Held full responsibility for Finance (5 FTE) and Facilities (5 FTE), overseeing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and monthly management reporting
- Led ERP and financial system selection and implementation, while ensuring strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and oversight of tax, legal, insurance, and enterprise risk management
Controller
M7 Real Estate Nederland
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Oversaw end to end financial administration across multiple entities and portfolios, ensuring compliance with Dutch GAAP, fiscal regulations, and internal control frameworks
- Prepared and reviewed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, acting as primary liaison with external auditors and tax authorities
- Supported risk management, project control, and financial performance analysis while advising management on compliance improvements and process optimizations
Dep. Director Finance
Pearson Group
04.1997 - 05.2017
- Led regional finance operations across multiple European entities, overseeing statutory and group reporting under IFRS, UK GAAP, and Dutch GAAP, including tax compliance, audits, and internal controls.
- Directed financial planning, control, and governance, acting as the regional liaison to group finance to ensure alignment with global policies, transfer pricing requirements, intercompany transactions, and corporate restructuring initiatives.
- Managed finance teams and external stakeholders, coordinating with auditors, banks, and tax authorities, and leading ERP system implementation (Bookmaster) to enhance reporting accuracy, compliance, and operational transparency.
Non Executive Board member
Pearson Education Poland
01.2012 - 12.2016
External Advisor
VVE PA-Driehoek
01.2009 - 12.2012
Controller
CTG Nederland
11.1994 - 03.1997
Financial Accountant
AAF International
03.1991 - 10.1994
Education
Bachelors Degree (B.Ec.) - HEAO Bedrijfseconomie
Hogeschool van Amsterdam
Post HBO Controllers opleiding -
Skills
- Leadership
- Analytical Skills
- Change Management
- Professional Judgment
- ERP & BI Systems
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Process Optimization
- Strategic Thinking
- Stakeholder Management
- FP&A
- IFRS / GAAP Compliance
- Financial Reporting
Languages
- English
- Dutch
- English
Timeline
PC&F Manager F&A (a.i.)
Autoriteit Financiële Markten
02.2025 - 10.2025
Non-Executive Finance Advisor
Blue Turtle Tax
08.2024 - Current
Director Finance & Control (a.i.)
LMC
02.2023 - 12.2023
Manager Finance & Facilities
The International School of Amsterdam
06.2020 - 09.2022
Controller
M7 Real Estate Nederland
10.2018 - 09.2019
Non Executive Board member
Pearson Education Poland
01.2012 - 12.2016
External Advisor
VVE PA-Driehoek
01.2009 - 12.2012
Dep. Director Finance
Pearson Group
04.1997 - 05.2017
Controller
CTG Nederland
11.1994 - 03.1997
Financial Accountant
AAF International
03.1991 - 10.1994
Bachelors Degree (B.Ec.) - HEAO Bedrijfseconomie
Hogeschool van Amsterdam