Senior Business controller

For one of the Belgian entities of a global manufacturing company in the port of Ghent, I am lookiung for a Senior Business Controller. This role requires a strong financial professional with extensive controlling experience and the assertiveness to challenge stakeholders and optimize business performance. You will play a key role in financial reporting, budgeting, and strategic decision-making in a dynamic and international environment.

• Conduct in-depth analyses of P&L, ROCE, and risk management for specific market segments, identifying trends and growth potential;
• Translate financial data into clear reports and presentations , providing strategic insights and recommendations;
• Optimize working capital and monitor key risks related to accumulated positions and essential raw materials;
• Manage the planning process, including periodic forecasts , annual budgeting, and strategic planning up to EBIT level;
• Contribute to key investment projects, including CAPEX and M&A, by providing financial expertise;
• Collaborate with the Reporting Factory to enhance reporting and analysis tools, ensuring consistency and accuracy;
• Act as a strong business partne r by supporting market segments and facilitating strategic decisions with financial insights.

Must-haves:

• You hold a master’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field;
• Acquire at least 4 years of experience in finance, preferably as a controller or business partner;
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills to translate financial data into strategic insights;
• Communicate fluently in Dutch , both written and spoken;
• Possess excellent communication skills to present complex financial concepts clearly;
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management .

Nice-to-haves:

• Have experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems .
• Speak English or French in addition to Dutch.
• Show a proactive mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Bring experience in investment analysis , CAPEX, or M&A.
• he Demonstrate tability to optimize working capital and risk management.

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, y ou are encouraged to take initiative and develop yourself. You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with numerous benefits, such as:

• Meal vouchers, CLA90 bonus, bicycle allowance, and lease plan;
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including group and hospital insurance;
• Work-life balance ensured with 22 additional (ADV) leave days;
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work;
• Opportunity to include a company car in your salary package;
• A dynamic and growing organization that values personal development and initiative.

Curious to learn more? Get in touch via Voir email sur tnl2.jometer.com or call Voir le numéro de téléphone sur tnl2.jometer.com!