Freelance Business Controller
Antwerp
As a Freelance Business Controller, you will support senior management by providing financial insights, performance analysis, and business-oriented reporting. You will act as a strategic finance partner, helping the business improve profitability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
This role is well-suited for an experienced freelance controller who enjoys working closely with leadership and non-finance stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
* Prepare and analyse monthly management reports (P&L, margins, KPIs)
* Monitor revenue, cost structures, and profitability by service line or client segment
* Provide clear insights and recommendations to management
Budgeting & Forecasting
* Support budgeting and rolling forecast processes
* Analyse variances between budget, forecast, and actuals
* Build financial models and scenarios to support growth and pricing decisions
Business Partnering
* Act as a sparring partner to management, sales, and operations
* Translate financial data into actionable business insights
* Support decision-making related to staffing levels, pricing, and investments
Process & Performance Improvement
* Improve financial reporting, dashboards, and KPIs
* Review cost controls and operational efficiency
* Support implementation or optimisation of financial tools and systems
Compliance & Cash Flow
* Monitor cash flow, invoicing, and working capital (important in HR services)
* Ensure alignment with Belgian accounting practices and internal policies
* Liaise with external accountants or advisors if required
Profile & Experience
Background
* Proven experience as a Business Controller, Finance Manager, or Finance Consultant
* Experience within HR services, staffing, consultancy, or service-based businesses is strongly preferred
* Comfortable operating in a growing, entrepreneurial environment
Technical Skills
* Strong financial analysis and modelling skills
* Advanced Excel; experience with ERP or HR/payroll-linked finance systems is a plus
* Solid understanding of margin-based and people-driven business models
Languages
* Dutch: fluent
* English: professional working level
* French is a plus