Business Controller

Robert Half Talent Solutions is currently looking for a Business Controller (m/f/x) for a permanent position based in Zaventem .

Our client is a fast growing company active in the automotive sector .

As Business Controller (m/f/x) you will be responsible for:

Your role

The Senior Business Controller is a strategic finance partner to the business, responsible for driving performance, supporting decision-making, and enabling profitable and sustainable growth. Acting as a key advisor to senior leaders, this role ensures financial insights are translated into actionable recommendations that support operational and strategic priorities.

Your tasks

Business Partnering:

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, operational teams, by providing financial guidance and challenging assumptions to improve performance.
• Support strategic decision-making with robust financial analysis and scenario modeling.
• Lead financial aspects of business cases, investments, pricing decisions, and commercial negotiations…

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and mid term planning processes within assigned business units with the manager controlling
• Provide timely, accurate variance analyses, highlighting risks, opportunities, and improvement actions.
• Ensure cost control initiatives and resource allocations support business strategy.

Performance Management:

• Define and track KPIs linked to strategic and operational objectives.
• Implement dashboards and reporting tools that increase transparency and accountability.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and data quality.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with Accounting, Procurement, Sales, and Operations teams to ensure consistency and reliability of financial information.
• Represent Finance in cross-functional projects and transformation initiatives in support of the Manager of Controlling

The required profile for the Business Controller (m/f/x) position:

• Master's degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in Controlling or FP&A, preferably in an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning, management reporting, and performance monitoring.
• Solid understanding and experience of financial closing (P&L and Balance)
• Advanced analytical and modeling skills (Excel/BI tools like Tableau, SAS is a plus)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Fluent in English, French or Dutch language is a plus.
• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to challenge and influence at all levels.
• Strong ownership, proactive attitude, and ability to drive change.
• High attention to detail combined with strategic thinking.
• Resilience and agility in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Love to connect and build strong relationships and trust

Interested in this position of Business Controller (m/f/x) at a young and dynamic company? Apply today.

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