Plant Controller

Plant Controller

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Location: East Flanders

Hybrid: 50% work from home

Salary package: 70,000 euros plus loads of benefits + company car option

Start date - ASAP

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Business Partner and Controller to provide financial leadership and oversight for our operations in Belgium, while managing a finance team based in Europe. In this key role, you will partner closely with plant and commercial teams to drive operational efficiency, ensure financial accuracy, and support strategic decision-making. You will bridge finance and operations, directly contributing to the performance and profitability of the business. This role reports to the Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the Belgium site.
• Develop and implement finance and operational procedures.
• Monitor sales performance, prepare forecasts, and provide actionable insights.
• Analyse production costs, variances, and operational KPIs.
• Ensure accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closings.
• Partner with plant management to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain internal controls and compliance with local regulations.
• Prepare financial reports and present insights to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.
• Oversee statutory accounts, tax filings, and liaise with auditors.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to achieve financial targets.
• Lead and develop a finance team based in other European locations.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years experience in Finance / Controlling roles.
• Good understanding or previous expertise in accounts payable & receivables.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Experience in accounting or finance roles, with team management experience.
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Manufacturing or Big consulting Audit experience a plus.
• Results-oriented, dynamic, and adaptable professional.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of excise duty regulations is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Comfortable in an international, cross-functional environment.
• Fluent in Dutch (Flemish), English & French a must have and all other languages a plus.

Please apply directly. xqknzec Application deadline 31st March.