Business Controller

Vanderlande Industries B.V.

$90K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years' experience as a senior business controller in an international organization, preferably in project-based companies.
  • Undergraduate degree in Finance or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Excel.
  • Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Self-starter eager for personal and professional growth in a global setting.
  • Ability to work well in a team and take ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Coach and manage a team of 3-4 business controllers.
  • Support sales teams and oversee compliance and risk control in project sales phases.
  • Analyze and report on the financial condition of various contracts and projects.
  • Identify and lead improvement initiatives within the financial processes.
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and function as a liaison between business and operations.
  • Collaborate with Shared Service Teams on invoicing and administrative processes.
  • Monitor financial performance and update cost estimates for forecasting.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to coach and mentor a team.
  • Engagement in cross-functional collaboration with various departments.
  • Participation in improvement projects that shape the organization's financial strategies.
  • Direct influence on the financial health and reporting accuracy of the business unit.
  • Exposure to senior management through financial analysis and reporting projects.
Full Job Description
Job Title
Business Controller

Business Controller - Marietta (Atlanta)

About the Role

The Business Controller is part of the North America Business Controlling team, a group of 15+ professionals supporting Vanderlande operations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. This individual plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting the overall financial health of the organization.

You will partner closely with business leaders to define financial objectives, drive performance improvements, and deliver actionable insights that enhance forecasting accuracy and business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze, consolidate, and report financial data across Service Contracts, Projects, Supply Chain, Factory, and Business Support, with a strong focus on Site-Based Services and Projects
  • Identify and drive financial improvement opportunities across the business
  • Initiate and lead continuous improvement projects, partnering cross-functionally to track and deliver measurable results
  • Support Services Controlling, including site-based services, spare parts, and field services
  • Support Project Controlling, ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting throughout the project lifecycle
  • Partner with Sales on Sales Controlling initiatives, including:
    • Project cash flow management
    • Foreign currency exposure
    • Local tax estimation
  • Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures
  • Collaborate with Shared Services teams to ensure quality and timeliness of administrative processes (e.g., invoicing)
  • Monitor financial performance and maintain Latest Estimates (LE) in line with forecasting cycles and deadlines
  • Provide financial guidance to ensure proper setup, execution, and reporting of projects and service contracts
  • Participate in monthly financial reviews and forecasting discussions
  • Contribute to ad hoc and strategic projects across North America and global teams


Qualifications & Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Effective communicator and team player with strong organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
  • Proactive, self-driven, and results-oriented mindset
  • Demonstrates ownership and accountability for work and outcomes


Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in finance or related field (Master's preferred)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with Power BI preferred
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in a business controller or similar role in an international environment
  • Experience in project-based or global organizations strongly preferred


Additional Information

This role may include participation in broader business initiatives and projects across the organization. Responsibilities may evolve over time to meet business needs.

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