Business Controller

A challenging opportunity in the industrial sector is available for a Business Controller in Brussels, focused on transforming financial data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. This role is designed for a professional who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys working with numbers, and wants to directly influence business performance through meaningful analysis and reporting.

Your responsibilities as a Business Controller :

• Analyze business performance, profitability, and key financial indicators across activities
• Assess margins, cost structures, and overall financial efficiency of different business lines
• Develop and enhance management reporting for leadership teams
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes and ensure ongoing monitoring of financial targets
• Define, track, and interpret KPIs to support data-driven decision-making
• Identify performance gaps, analyze root causes, and recommend corrective actions and improvements
• Improve data quality, reporting structures, and financial analysis processes for greater efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support both operational and strategic decisions

About the candidate :

• You hold a Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• You bring at least 4 years of experience in controlling, financial analysis, or a similar role
• You demonstrate strong analytical skills and a confident approach to working with financial data and systems
• You are experienced with ERP systems, BI tools, and advanced Excel usage
• You understand budgeting, forecasting, and financial control processes in depth
• You are structured, detail-oriented, and highly reliable in your work approach
• You take initiative, work autonomously, and are comfortable challenging existing practices
• You are results-driven, proactive, and focused on improving business performance
• You communicate effectively and collaborate easily with different stakeholders
• You are fluent in both Dutch and French and are professionally proficient in English

The offer :

• A strategic and visible role within a performance-driven environment
• The opportunity to work on impactful financial analysis and business decision support
• Collaboration with diverse teams across the organization
• A stimulating environment encouraging continuous improvement and growth

This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact Business Controller role in Brussels, where analytical expertise and business insight directly influence performance and strategic direction. Apply now.

Robert Walters Belgium is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.