Senior Business Controller

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Senior Business Controller

Corporate Accounting FT 15 Days Vac Mobile, AL, US

2 days ago Requisition

Senior Business Controller (FP&A & Business Partnering) About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Controller to support and drive financial performance across a growing network of maritime services and logistics operations. This highly visible role combines FP&A, financial controlling, business partnering, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance management responsibilities while working closely with operational and commercial leaders.

As a trusted advisor to business leadership, you will provide actionable financial insights, identify opportunities to improve profitability, challenge assumptions, and support strategic decision-making. This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys connecting financial data to operational performance and business outcomes.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), commercial finance, business controlling, management reporting, and financial performance management
, along with the ability to influence decisions across a complex, multi-site organization.

What You'll Do Financial Performance Management & Business Partnering

• Own financial performance analysis for assigned business units, service lines, and operating locations.
• Analyze revenue, gross profit, operating expenses, operating income, and key operational KPIs.
• Identify and explain variances versus budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.
• Partner with operational and commercial leaders to understand business drivers and improve results.
• Lead monthly business reviews and performance discussions.
• Identify financial risks, opportunities, and profitability improvement initiatives.
• Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Track financial impact and execution of performance improvement initiatives.

FP&A, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities.
• Develop and maintain driver-based financial forecasts and financial models.
• Perform scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and strategic planning support.
• Evaluate financial implications of changing business conditions and operational decisions.
• Support executive leadership with decision-support analysis and recommendations.
• Improve forecast accuracy and financial visibility across the organization.
• Deliver accurate, timely, and insightful management reporting.
• Develop dashboards, KPI reporting, and business performance analytics.
• Utilize ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and reporting tools to enhance decision-making.
• Improve financial processes, reporting standards, and analytical capabilities.
• Identify automation opportunities and reporting efficiencies.
• Support the ongoing development of financial planning and performance management processes.
• Build strong relationships with finance, operations, and commercial stakeholders.
• Share best practices and provide guidance to finance team members.
• Support a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrate leadership through initiative, ownership, and commercial judgment.
• Contribute to the continued evolution of the Finance and FP&A function.

Requirements Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, Business Controlling, Commercial Finance, Financial Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting operational…