Within an IT organization, the IT Financial Controller plays a key role in ensuring financial visibility, control, and coordination between IT and Finance.
The IT department operates as a shared service center supporting multiple entities and external partners. This results in:
* Complex cost structures (infrastructure, software, external providers)
* Cross-entity cost allocations
* Multiple stakeholders
The main objective is to ensure:
* Financial transparency
* Accurate forecasting
* Strong cost control
The role also acts as a bridge between technical teams and finance stakeholders, translating operational and technical data into financial insights.
Short-term priority:
* Ensure continuity of financial controlling activities
Long-term objective:
* Improve financial processes, governance, and cost transparency
Role description
Financial Planning & Forecasting
* Prepare and maintain financial forecasts for IT activities
* Contribute to periodic forecasting cycles
* Support annual IT budget preparation
* Anticipate future costs based on commitments and operational needs
* Analyze variances between forecast, budget, and actuals
Financial Monitoring & Cost Control
* Ensure visibility on all IT financial commitments
* Monitor operational and project-related costs
* Analyze financial performance of IT services
* Support cost classification and allocation
Purchase Orders & Commitments Management
* Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs)
* Ensure documentation and traceability of commitments
* Monitor committed vs invoiced costs
* Validate alignment between contracts and financial data
* Improve purchasing processes and documentation standards
Profil
Experience
* Minimum 15 years of experience in Finance
* Strong experience in financial controlling, analysis, or financial management
* Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost monitoring
* Contract management experience
* Good understanding of accounting principles
Technical Skills (Mandatory)
* Advanced Excel
* Financial reporting and accounting
* Financial analysis and controlling
Nice to have
* Experience in an IT environment
* Knowledge of ISO 9001
Languages
* French: Fluent
* English: Fluent
* Dutch: Nice to have
Education
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance
Soft skills:
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong analytical mindset
* Good communication skills
* Team player
* Risk awareness
* Organizational awareness
* Autonomy
* Problem-solving mindset
* Pragmatic and rigorous approach