Business Controller

Business Controller R&D

Turn financial insight into innovation for the next generation of sustainable heating and cooling solutions.

• Deliver financial analyses and insights to support decision making within our Development Unit R&D.
• Monitor R&D performance through KPIs and analyse variances between actual, budgeted, and forecasted results.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting processes across multiple R&D locations.
• Analyse CAPEX, project costs, and people‑related costs, and collaborate with local finance teams to resolve issues.
• Contribute to the evaluation of business cases for new product development initiatives and support continuous improvement projects.

• 2‑4 years of relevant work experience in a role such as controller, junior controller, business controller, finance business partner or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills and a genuine interest in understanding how businesses operate.
• Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis and working with large datasets.
• A structured and detail‑oriented approach combined with a proactive mindset.
• Excellent communication skills in English and the ability to work effectively with international stakeholders.
• Master's degree in Finance, Business Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline.

• Experience working with Power BI for data interpretation and performance analysis.
• Interest in emerging technologies such as AI and Large Language Models (LLMs).

• Permanent contract with a competitive salary and a strong pension package.
• 36 holiday days per year, 30 of which are freely selectable and 6 are fixed company closure days.
• Flexible hybrid working policies and a home‑office budget.
• Discounts on company products and insurance packages.

Hybrid role based in Apeldoorn, the Netherlands. The position requires at least two days per week in the office and limited international travel.

BDR Thermea Group is a proud equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.