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Ready to step into the strategic cockpit of a global market leader?
Analyzing figures is one thing, but translating them into the right strategic course for all of Western Europe? That is where you truly make an impact.
As a Financial Controlling Specialist, you will join the beating heart of the financial department of a leading, publicly listed global player in the transport and logistics sector. Operating from the Regional Shared Service Center (RSSC) in Puurs, you will be in direct contact daily with Managing Directors and finance colleagues across Western Europe. This is an ambitious, international environment (boasting 25 different nationalities at the holding office alone!) where quick decisions are made, and team spirit is key.
1. Project Snapshot
- Location: Puurs (Province of Antwerp).
- Contract Type: Permanent employment (open-ended contract).
- Languages: Fluent in English (the official corporate language of the Group). Knowledge of other languages is a great plus.
- Remote Work Policy: Hybride (2 days of remote work per week + flexible working hours for an optimal work-life balance).
Ready to step into the strategic cockpit of a global market leader?
Analyzing figures is one thing, but translating them into the right strategic course for all of Western Europe? That is where you truly make an impact.
As a Financial Controlling Specialist, you will join the beating heart of the financial department of a leading, publicly listed global player in the transport and logistics sector. Operating from the Regional Shared Service Center (RSSC) in Puurs, you will be in direct contact daily with Managing Directors and finance colleagues across Western Europe. This is an ambitious, international environment (boasting 25 different nationalities at the holding office alone!) where quick decisions are made, and team spirit is key.
1. Project Snapshot
- Location: Puurs (Province of Antwerp).
- Contract Type: Permanent employment (open-ended contract).
- Languages: Fluent in English (the official corporate language of the Group). Knowledge of other languages is a great plus.
- Remote Work Policy: Hybride (2 days of remote work per week + flexible working hours for an optimal work-life balance).
key responsibilities
In this role, you will act as a crucial advisor, providing management and operations with objective insights and sharp performance monitoring.
Your responsibilities are highly diverse:
- Deeply analyze financial results (P&L and balance sheet) and proactively discuss them with regional management.
- Develop initiatives and optimize processes regarding work in progress and gross profit to drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure an up-to-date SAP structure, prepare forecasts, and manage budgets using SAP BPC tools.
- Closely monitor the balance sheet to identify and neutralize potential financial risks at an early stage.
- Proudly represent the RSSC during local management meetings and serve as the central point of contact for the Group.
skills
Finance ConsultancyFinancial ReportingFinancial ManagementFinancial AnalysisFinancequalification
We are looking for a financial professional with a strong sense of ownership, and the drive to evolve alongside a fast-growing organization.
- You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a finance-related field and have gained a solid first experience within finance (e.g., as a consultant, auditor, or financial controller). Experience with audits is a strong asset.
- You are an expert in Excel. Knowledge of SAP is a significant advantage to get up to speed quickly.
- Essential: expertise with BE GAAP & IFRS.
- You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and possess the resilience to work under tight deadlines.
- You have excellent communication skills and effortlessly switch gears whether communicating with your direct finance colleagues or regional Managing Directors.
Are you the ambitious controller we are looking for, and are you ready to accelerate your international finance career? Apply quickly and become the indispensable link in this global success story!
benefits
- Salary: To be discussed, depending on experience.
- Company Car: Equipped with a charging card (BE/LUX).
- Fringe Benefits: Meal vouchers (€8/day), Eco-cheques, a top-notch DKV hospitalization insurance (with the option to extend coverage to your entire family), and a solid group insurance/pension scheme.
- Flexible Working Hours: Sliding/flexible schedule.
- Vacation Days: 33 days of annual leave, plus 1 additional vacation day for every 5 years of seniority.
- Remote Work Policy: Currently 2 days of working from home per week (evolving to 1 day in the longer term).
- Career Growth: Our client has a dedicated International Mobility Team that actively supports internal transfers and excellent career progression pathways (e.g., towards Controlling).