Manager Finance & Business Controlling

Our client is a very well-known FMCG company with Benelux headquarters in the southern Brussels area. To support their growth, they are looking to recruit a Manager Finance & Business Controlling Benelux.

The role

As Manager Finance & Business Controlling Benelux, you are ultimately responsible for the financial management of the Benelux organization. You act as a strategic business partner for the commercial management and play a pivotal role within the local management team. Together you will bring the ambitious growth journey to life.

Key responsibilities

• Leading and developing the finance team in the Benelux (approx. 10 people).
• Acting as a trusted business partner for your internal stakeholders.
• Active membership of the Benelux Management Team.
• Ultimate responsibility for financial operations, including accounting, controlling, and reporting.
• Guiding modernization of the accounting and reporting processes, including the implementation of automated reporting, incl. Power BI dashboarding.
• Promoting continuous improvement and efficiency within financial processes.
• Supporting commercial negotiations, pricing, and strategic investment decisions.
• Contributing to the organization's growth ambitions, with a specific focus on the Dutch market.
• Potentially becoming involved in reporting related to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) in due course.

Profile

• You hold a master's degree in Applied Economics or Finance.
• You have at least 10 years of experience in a senior commercial finance role.
• Relevant experience in a fast paced environment such as FMCG, consumer goods, retail or OTC pharma is preferable.
• You have proven experience in people management and possess strong coaching skills to elevate a team.
• You are a strategic business partner with experience in change management.
• You have a very good level of both Dutch and French and have professional proficiency in English.
• You have effective communication skills.
• You have a "can-do" mentality, challenge the status quo, and are an open-minded team player who leads change.
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus; affinity with the implementation of tools such as Power BI is desirable.
• You are willing to travel regularly (on average twice a month) to the Dutch office.

To succeed in this role, the new hire must adopt a proactive, hands-on and engaged mindset. The new Manager Finance & Business Controlling will need to get involved and actively contribute to the further development of the finance department. This presents a significant opportunity to leave a lasting impact.

Offer

Our client offers you the opportunity to take on a key role within a renowned company with strong values and a clear vision on sustainability. You will have the chance to lead a finance team with further potential to develop. Also, you will be able to contribute directly to the organization's ambitious growth plans. The company culture is characterized by a healthy work-life balance and an authentic CSR-driven approach. You can count on an attractive salary package, supplemented with a bonus, a company car, and other fringe benefits.