Freelance Senior Business Controller

Freelance Senior Business Controller

This assignment requires a hands-on professional capable of operating independently within an unstructured setting while bringing clarity, structure, and actionable insights to the business.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead monthly business controlling activities, including variance analysis, forecasting, and budget follow-up.
• Prepare and present business reviews to finance leadership and operational stakeholders
• Analyze profitability, pricing structures, and return on investment (ROI) for ongoing and future initiatives
• Support internal investment tracking and performance monitoring across multiple business units
• Conduct return audits and validate financial assumptions behind strategic projects
• Build and maintain dashboards and reporting tools using Power BI and Excel
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data within SAP
• Partner with operational teams to identify risks, opportunities, and cost optimization initiatives
• Contribute to improving controlling processes, reporting structures, and financial governance
• Act as a key finance contact during a transition period and help stabilize the controlling activities

Requirements for the Candidate

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Business Controlling or Financial Controlling
• Strong background in performance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Proven experience working in complex or changing business environments
• Experience supporting senior management through business reviews and strategic analysis
• Previous exposure to internal investment analysis and ROI evaluation is required

Technologies

• Strong SAP knowledge
• Advanced Excel skills (financial modelling, pivots, reporting, analytics)
• Experience with Power BI and data visualization tools
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into business insights

Soft Skills

• Comfortable working in an unstructured and evolving environment
• Able to manage change effectively and adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented approach
• Capable of working autonomously onsite with limited supervision

Languages

• English is mandatory
• Dutch is considered a bonus, but not essential

Project Details:

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Length: 6 Months

Contract Type: Freelance

Location: North Brussels

Hours Per Week: 40

Onsite Policy: 5 Days Per Week Onsite

Language: English (Dutch is a bonus)

If interested, please send your most up to date CV over to gabriel.toma@vividresourcing.com .