Rick Peerenboom
About Rick Peerenboom
Rick Peerenboom serves as the EMEA FP&A Manager at Fluke Corporation, bringing extensive experience in financial management and auditing from his previous roles at GEA Group, EY, and Arthur Andersen. He holds degrees in Business Economics from Tilburg University and has a strong background in private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and financial change management.
Current Role at Fluke Corporation
Rick Peerenboom serves as the EMEA FP&A Manager at Fluke Corporation, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for financial planning and analysis within the EMEA region. His expertise contributes to the company's strategic financial decisions and operational efficiency. Peerenboom's tenure at Fluke has spanned over nine years, during which he has applied his extensive background in finance to enhance the company's performance.
Previous Experience at GEA Group
Before joining Fluke Corporation, Rick Peerenboom worked at GEA Group in various capacities. He was the FP&A Manager from 2011 to 2014, where he focused on financial planning and analysis in Germany. Following this role, he served as the Head of Reporting and Controlling for one year in 2014. His experience at GEA Group provided him with significant insights into financial operations within a large organization.
Professional Background in Audit and Accounting
Rick Peerenboom has a solid background in audit and accounting, having worked as a Senior Auditor in the International Audit Practice at Arthur Andersen from 1999 to 2002 in Paris. He later joined EY as a Manager in the International Audit Practice from 2002 to 2008 in London. His roles in these firms equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial compliance and auditing standards.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Rick Peerenboom studied Business Economics at Tilburg University from 1994 to 1999, completing a five-year program. He also attended Copenhagen Business School in 1998, where he focused on International Business. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in business principles and financial management.
Expertise in Financial Management and Compliance
Rick Peerenboom possesses a process-oriented mindset with significant experience in financial change management, particularly within a €400M segment of a German listed company. He has expertise in planning, forecasting, and budgeting, as well as a thorough understanding of SOx compliance and process redesign. His skills extend to private equity and mergers & acquisitions, making him a valuable asset in the financial sector.