Business Controller

We are looking for: BUSINESS CONTROLLER

located atERTVELDE

• You conduct comprehensive analyses of P&L, ROCE, and risk management for one or more market segments, considering trends and growth potential. You then create insightful reports and presentations, providing clear explanations and actionable insights on an executive level.
• You offer valuable support and innovative suggestions to optimize working capital, while also monitoring risks associated with accumulated positions and essential raw materials.
• You oversee, develop, and validate the planning process comprising the periodic forecast, annual budget, and strategic plan for your segment, down to the EBIT level.
• As a business partner you contribute financially to high‑impact strategic projects, such as investment files, including both CAPEX and M&A.
• You collaborate with the Reporting Factory to enhance reporting and analysis tools ensuring harmonization and a single source of truth.
• You support the development of the respective market segment(s) by being a strong, value‑adding Business Partner.
• You facilitate business decisions by providing critical financial information.

• You hold a master’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience within finance, preferably as a controller or business partner in a manufacturing, chemical, or industrial environment.
• In‑depth understanding of financial principles, with a proven track record of providing actionable business insights.
• Familiarity with SAP and advanced data analysis tools is a plus.
• Fluent proficiency in English and Dutch is essential, while proficiency in French is an additional asset.
• You have excellent analytical skills with the capability to derive actionable insights from financial data to influence business strategies.
• With a proactive approach and adept communication abilities, you convey complex financial concepts to high‑level stakeholders.
• You demonstrate experience in fostering collaboration across functional teams and with senior management.

Next to your skills, it is your drive and motivation that will make all the difference!

You will join an organization that is among the top of its sector and pays great attention to its employees. In this challenging and varied position, you are encouraged to take initiative and develop yourself. You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with numerous benefits (meal vouchers, CLA
90, bicycle allowance, bicycle lease plan) and a strong insurance plan. Work‑life balance is important with the possibility of taking 22 extra (ADV) leave days. An added advantage is that in this position you have the opportunity to choose a company car within your salary package.