Maurice Wendt
About Maurice Wendt
Maurice Wendt is the Group Finance Controller at Modus Group, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in finance, having held various roles in companies such as EY, Ashland, and RSA, and holds a Master's degree in Accounting, Auditing, and Control from Erasmus University Rotterdam.
Work at Modus Group
Maurice Wendt has served as the Group Finance Controller at Modus Group since 2020. In this role, he coordinates the annual audit process, collaborating closely with auditors to ensure accuracy and compliance. He plays a crucial role in ensuring adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and develops the consolidation process for financial statements on a quarterly basis. Additionally, he works with central management and executive teams to share financial reports and analysis findings, and assists with various ad hoc finance projects across departments.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Modus Group, Maurice Wendt held several finance-related positions. He worked at EY as Treasurer and Financial Controller from 2007 to 2015, where he gained significant experience in financial management. Prior to that, he was the Group Accounting Manager at Selecta from 2015 to 2020. His earlier roles include Management Accountant at TDG from 2000 to 2002, Financial Accountant at RSA from 2002 to 2007, Assistant Accountant at Ashland from 1997 to 1999, and Accountant at Flamco from 1996 to 1997.
Education and Expertise
Maurice Wendt holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Accounting, Auditing, and Control from Erasmus University Rotterdam, which he completed from 2007 to 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Business Economics from Ichthus Hogeschool, studying there from 1992 to 1996. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in financial principles and practices, which he applies in his current role and throughout his career.
Career Timeline
Maurice Wendt's career in finance spans several decades, beginning with his role as an Accountant at Flamco in 1996. He progressed through various positions, including Assistant Accountant at Ashland, Management Accountant at TDG, and Financial Accountant at RSA. His tenure at EY as Treasurer and Financial Controller lasted eight years, followed by five years as Group Accounting Manager at Selecta before joining Modus Group in 2020.