Senior Business Controller (FP&A & Business Partnering)About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced
Senior Business Controller to support and drive financial performance across a growing network of maritime services and logistics operations. This highly visible role combines
FP&A, financial controlling, business partnering, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance management responsibilities while working closely with operational and commercial leaders.
As a trusted advisor to business leadership, you will provide actionable financial insights, identify opportunities to improve profitability, challenge assumptions, and support strategic decision-making. This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys connecting financial data to operational performance and business outcomes.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), commercial finance, business controlling, management reporting, and financial performance management, along with the ability to influence decisions across a complex, multi-site organization.
What You'll DoFinancial Performance Management & Business Partnering- Own financial performance analysis for assigned business units, service lines, and operating locations.
- Analyze revenue, gross profit, operating expenses, operating income, and key operational KPIs.
- Identify and explain variances versus budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.
- Partner with operational and commercial leaders to understand business drivers and improve results.
- Lead monthly business reviews and performance discussions.
- Identify financial risks, opportunities, and profitability improvement initiatives.
- Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Track financial impact and execution of performance improvement initiatives.
FP&A, Budgeting & Forecasting- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities.
- Develop and maintain driver-based financial forecasts and financial models.
- Perform scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and strategic planning support.
- Evaluate financial implications of changing business conditions and operational decisions.
- Support executive leadership with decision-support analysis and recommendations.
- Improve forecast accuracy and financial visibility across the organization.
Reporting, Analytics & Continuous Improvement- Deliver accurate, timely, and insightful management reporting.
- Develop dashboards, KPI reporting, and business performance analytics.
- Utilize ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and reporting tools to enhance decision-making.
- Improve financial processes, reporting standards, and analytical capabilities.
- Identify automation opportunities and reporting efficiencies.
- Support the ongoing development of financial planning and performance management processes.
Leadership & Collaboration- Build strong relationships with finance, operations, and commercial stakeholders.
- Share best practices and provide guidance to finance team members.
- Support a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.
- Demonstrate leadership through initiative, ownership, and commercial judgment.
- Contribute to the continued evolution of the Finance and FP&A function.
RequirementsEducation & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 6+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, Business Controlling, Commercial Finance, Financial Management, or a related discipline.
- Experience supporting operational or commercial business leaders.
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, management reporting, and performance analysis.
- Experience presenting financial insights and recommendations to management.
Preferred Experience- Logistics, transportation, maritime services, industrial services, manufacturing, or other operationally intensive industries.
- Multi-location, decentralized, or multinational organizations.
- Experience improving financial processes and reporting capabilities.
- Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power BI, or similar ERP and business intelligence platforms.
- Team leadership, project leadership, or mentoring experience.
Core Competencies- Strong understanding of financial statements, management accounting, and profitability analysis.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
- Ability to identify root causes and develop business-focused solutions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong business partnering and stakeholder management abilities.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and collaborative.
What Success Looks LikeThe ideal candidate combines technical finance expertise with strong business acumen and a proactive mindset. They don't just report numbers, they help the business understand what the numbers mean and what actions should be taken.
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Forecast accuracy and planning effectiveness.
- Quality and impact of financial insights.
- Identification of financial risks and opportunities.
- Improvement of profitability and business performance.
- Reporting accuracy, timeliness, and transparency.
- Effectiveness of business partnering with operational and commercial leaders.
- Contributions to process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.
