Plant Controller
Location: East Flanders
Hybrid: 50% work from home
Salary package: 70,000-75,000 euros
Start date - ASAP
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Business Partner and Controller to provide financial leadership and oversight for our operations in Belgium, while managing a finance team based in Europe. In this key role, you will partner closely with plant and commercial teams to drive operational efficiency, ensure financial accuracy, and support strategic decision-making. You will bridge finance and operations, directly contributing to the performance and profitability of the business. This role reports to the Finance Director.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the Belgium site.
* Develop and implement finance and operational procedures.
* Monitor sales performance, prepare forecasts, and provide actionable insights.
* Analyse production costs, variances, and operational KPIs.
* Ensure accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closings.
* Partner with plant management to identify cost-saving opportunities.
* Maintain internal controls and compliance with local regulations.
* Prepare financial reports and present insights to senior management.
* Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.
* Oversee statutory accounts, tax filings, and liaise with auditors.
* Collaborate with commercial teams to achieve financial targets.
* Lead and develop a finance team based in other European locations.
Qualifications:
* 4+ years experience in Finance Business partner roles.
* Good understanding or previous expertise in accounts payable & receivables.
* Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
* Experience in accounting or finance roles, with team management experience.
* Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
* Manufacturing or Big consulting Audit experience a plus.
* Results-oriented, dynamic, and adaptable professional.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
* Analytical mindset with high attention to detail.
* Knowledge of excise duty regulations is a plus.
* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
* Comfortable in an international, cross-functional environment.
* Fluent in Flemish, English & good French a must have and all other languages a plus.
Please apply directly. Application deadline 31st March.