Our client is seeking a Senior Business Controller to support the CFO as a strategic finance partner.
This high-impact role blends financial leadership with cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing, commercial, and R&D teams.
Responsibilities
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
Partner with department heads to support decision-making
Analyze variances and assess financial impact
Develop KPIs and dashboards for internal and external reporting
Conduct scenario analysis and ROI evaluations
Monitor margins and drive cost control by segment, client, and product
Oversee cost allocation in line with accounting standards
Support financial tracking of long-term projects
Improve ERP systems and financial processes
Mentor junior team members
Align with accounting on monthly closings and reporting
Profile
Master’s degree in Finance, Business Economics, or related field
5-7 years’ experience in controlling, FP&A, or financial planning, ideally in life sciences
Strong skills in Excel, ERP, and BI tools
Analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented
Strong ethics and communication skills
Fluent in English; French and/or Dutch is a plus