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Senior Consultant @ Bakker & Partners - Passionate about Talent Spotting, Matching the right talent to the right role and training talent!
As Group Controller, you will act as the right hand to the CFO, taking the lead in setting up future-proof, efficient, and transparent group reporting. You connect accounting and controlling, and take ownership of optimizing processes, data analysis, and systems to support strategic decision-making.
You thrive in a fast-growing and evolving company and combine strategic thinking with a hands-on mentality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build clear and structured group reporting, ensuring newly acquired companies are smoothly integrated.
* Lead the budget and forecasting process, offering insights that truly add value to the business.
* Perform in-depth analyses (e.g. variances, margins, working capital, cash flows, DSO, stock rotation, etc.).
* Translate accounting data into meaningful management reporting with clear recommendations.
* Drive automation in reporting and processes using tools like Power BI, ERP systems, and Excel.
* Take initiative to improve efficiency, processes, and internal control.
* Contribute to integration efforts following acquisitions.
* Ensure Finance is equipped to support the company’s growth trajectory.
Your Profile:
* You hold a Master’s degree, preferably in Economics, Finance, Business Engineering, or a related field.
* You have 10+ years of relevant experience in controlling or financial analysis, ideally in a fast-paced or transforming environment. Experience at a Big 4 company is a strong asset.
* You combine analytical sharpness with business acumen – you know how to turn numbers into actionable insights.
* You think broadly and strategically, with an organization-wide perspective on processes and financials.
* You have a strong sense of structure, optimization, and automation, and are fluent with Power BI, Excel, and ERP-based reporting.
* You are proactive, independent, and comfortable operating in an evolving context – you question the status quo where needed.
* You can communicate at management level with clarity and maturity, switching easily between detail and helicopter view.
* You’re not just a thinker – you’re also a doer who takes ownership and delivers.
* You embrace change and actively contribute to a transformational environment.
The Offer:
Join a thriving international growth story!
This future-oriented company is already a European market leader and continues to expand with strong ambitions. Innovation and sustainability are at the heart of its strategy, making it an impact-driven organization with a clear long-term vision.
As Group Controller, you will step into a newly created key position with high strategic relevance. You’ll enjoy real responsibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to directly influence decision-making and long-term success.
You can expect an attractive compensation package, continuous training opportunities, and clear career perspectives in a growing international environment.
Ready to make an impact? Let’s connect and explore how you could help shape the future!
Interested?
Please submit your application (CV and motivation letter) via the contact form on this page, mentioning reference FIN11803.
Your application will be handled by Caroline Bastiaens. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us by email at Caroline.bastiaens@bakker.be.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance and Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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