Location
Zeebrugge
Job type
White collar
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Description

Your impact starts here
Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for numbers and business? Do you want to do more than just reporting and truly make a difference in decision-making? As a Business Controller, you will become a crucial link between finance and operations. You translate numbers into insights and insights into action, growing into a true sparring partner for management.

Your role
As a Business Controller, you are part of the Group Controlling/Finance team and report directly to the Group Controller. You combine financial expertise with a strong business mindset, supporting the organization in making well-founded, future-oriented decisions.

What will you do?
Business partnering & performance management

  • You are the key financial point of contact for the business and work closely with operational stakeholders
  • You build deep insights into business drivers and translate these into clear steering information
  • You critically challenge budgets, forecasts, and business cases on assumptions and risks
  • You support management in monitoring and improving performance through KPIs and targeted actions
  • You translate financial insights into concrete improvement initiatives

Budgeting & management reporting

  • You coordinate and support the budgeting and forecasting process for your business units
  • You prepare periodic reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, KPIs)
  • You analyze variances and translate them into clear insights and recommendations
  • You deliver ad hoc analyses that support management in strategic decision-making

Impact at group level

  • You monitor CAPEX reporting and support investment cases
  • You contribute to cash flow reporting and analyze financing needs
  • You help optimize reporting tools and controls

Projects & innovation

  • You support the Group Controller in projects related to investments, reporting tools, AI, and process automation
  • You provide financial and analytical input for strategic initiatives
  • You contribute to efficient, data-driven, and future-proof processes

Profile

Who are you?

  • You hold a master’s degree in economics, finance, or equivalent experience
  • You have at least 5 years of experience in controlling or a similar role
  • You have experience with ERP systems and BI tools such as Power BI; experience with CPM tools is a plus
  • You are strong in Excel and data analysis; knowledge of Power Query or process optimization is an advantage

In addition, you recognize yourself in the following:

  • You are a strong business partner and are not afraid to challenge
  • You combine analytical insight with a strong feel for the business
  • You work independently, in a structured and results-oriented way
  • You communicate clearly and professionally, with the necessary discretion
  • You are fluent in Dutch and English, both spoken and written

Why choose this job?
Because here, you won’t just analyze numbers—you will truly impact the business, with room to grow, challenge, and help build the future of the organization.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Dive into the world of logistics at ECS, the beating heart of the port of Zeebrugge. As a leading player in the logistics sector, we offer you not just any job, but an opportunity for personal growth, innovation and international connections!

Our offer

  • Work environment: step into a dynamic and innovative work environment, with the values of a family business 
  • Conditions: enjoy attractive remuneration and working conditions, complemented by fringe benefits
  • Growth: discover numerous career opportunities and build your future within ECS
  • Development: get opportunities to further develop your knowledge and skills through numerous internal and external training courses
  • Culture: join a corporate culture where wellbeing is key
  • Activities: take part in fun activities and sports sessions after work
  • Childcare (only headquarters in Zeebrugge): take advantage of our in-house childcare for a perfect work-life balance

 

Ready for a new challenge?
Apply now and take your first step towards a new career!