SENIOR CONTROLLER
WHY PAYNOVATE ?
Paynovate is a Belgium-based fintech with more than 80 talented employees.
As a growing e-money institution, we're bringing payment solutions to the next level, and you could be a part of that journey.
After several years of rapid startup growth, Paynovate has entered a true scale-up phase : one focused on structure, professional growth and smarter way of working.
We're rebuilding on solid foundations, bringing clarity and cohesion to a fast-moving environment while preserving the entrepreneurial spirit that drives us.
Joining now means helping shape a company that's turning maturity into momentum and contributing to a culture built on accountability, expertise, and collaboration.
We value people who think critically, take initiative, and thrive in an evolving environment.
CONTEXT
As Paynovate continues to scale its activities across 6 entities in Belgium, France and United Kingdom, financial visibility and control are becoming increasingly strategic.
To support this growth and ensure sound decision-making in a highly transactional and regulated environment, we are strengthening our finance team with a Senior Business Controller.
Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll act as a business partner across teams, driving performance, compliance, and strategic alignment across Paynovate's diverse products and geographies.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Financial Controlling & Reporting
* Prepare, analyze, and present monthly and quarterly results across 6 entities, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
* Build and continuously improve automated performance dashboards using Excel, SQL, or BI tools (Metabase, Tableau, Qlik Sense, ...)
* Act as the link between accounting (currently using Horus) and final management reporting
Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Analysis
* Lead and challenge annual budgeting, mid-year review, and rolling forecast processes aligned with business priorities
* Analyze variances, trends, and cash-flow performance to inform strategic decisions and recommend corrective actions
Business Partnering
* Collaborate with business teams across different product lines and markets to understand key drivers of growth and profitability
* Provide a financial perspective in strategic discussions and proactively challenge to support data-driven decisions
Operational & Process Optimization
* Oversee supplier invoices validation and contract monitoring and contribute to pricing and billing optimization
* Strengthen internal controls and modernize controlling processes through digitization and smarter tools
* Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving financial efficiency and reporting quality
KPI Framework & Data Management
* Design and own the company-wide KPI framework (financial and operational)
* Support the structuring of Paynovate's financial database, tracking metrics such as transaction volumes, active cards, and client activity to optimize performance and support data-driven decisions
THE RIGHT FIT
* 7+ years of relevant experience in financial controlling, FP&A, or audit, ideally within dynamic or regulated industries
* Strong analytical mindset with proven ability to interpret and synthesize complex data and communicate it clearly.
* Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring in fast-paced environments.
* Comfortable managing complexity across multiple products, entities, and geographies.
* Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems and BI tools (Metabase, Tableau, Qlik Sense) is a plus.
* Business-oriented: able to link financial insights to operational realities and strategic objectives.
* Rigorous, reliable, and proactive
* Fluency in English; French or Dutch is a strong asset
WHAT WE OFFER
* A key role at the heart of a fast-growing, regulated fintech
* Exposure to multiple geographies and products, giving you a broad business view and diverse challenges.
* Direct collaboration with the CFO, executive management, and occasional interaction with the Board.
* High autonomy within a supportive finance team, including accounting support and close cross-functional collaboration.
* A modern, dynamic, and hybrid work environment located right next to Brussels Central Station, in a fast-evolving industry.