We are currently looking for a Business Controller for the Spacewell Group. If you would like to be a part of a fast growing, innovative and international organization then this might be the new challenge you are looking for. Your local office will be located at Wilrijk (Antwerp), Arnhem (the Netherlands) or Barcelona (Spain).

Job Overview

Due to a change in the team organization, we are looking for a motivated colleague to strengthen our business controlling team. You will populate key financial information in relation to Spacewell’s performance. Herewith ensuring control, accuracy, predictability and timely delivery of results, comparative analysis and commentary to senior management.

You master the financial planning processes – strategically capture, estimate and timely communicate events that impact the business. Anticipate change with a best practice mindset. Key is to maintain the balance between delivering short term reporting requirements while building longer term structural solutions.

The Business Controller will report to the CFO.

Responsibilities

Functional reporting and understanding of expenses. Ensure control, accuracy, predictability and timely delivery of figures, analysis and comments.
Communicate, discuss and challenge financial impacts with business unit/regional/segment managers. Prepare and present at related meetings where financial input/commentary is required/requested.
Involvement in continuous improvement of the department and the broader business.
Financial storytelling creating insight and adding value towards our stakeholders.
Management reporting towards shareholders.
Ad hoc support and analysis for financial management.
KPI reporting & dashboard management

Could this be you?

Education: Bachelor (or higher degree) in Business Administration or Economics.
Relevant experience of at least 3-5 years in a similar role, preferably in a fast-moving high-tech environment.
Working experience in international organizations across different time zones & fluent in English.
Proven track record in business controlling, planning and forecasting.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP systems. BI tooling affinity & experience working with salesforce & dashboards is a plus.
Ability to work in a structured manner and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical skills and comprehension of different costing systems (standard costing, ABC, …).
The ability to collaborate with various stakeholders delivering the required output and insight.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, building effective working relationships at all levels.
Ability to formulate and understand business issues, situations or problems by breaking them down into smaller parts and analyze them. Interpret data and draw conclusions and provide focused guidance.
Flexibility towards a changing climate. Calm and constructive approach with focus on prioritization, monitoring and control.
Meet internal and external demands while ensuring data quality and correctness.
Pro-active mindset, identify opportunities/risks and anticipate changes.
Strong work ethic with passion for your job.

How do we make this a win-win?

You get to be a part of an innovative, dynamic, and warm team of colleagues with diverse backgrounds and reference frameworks. Your colleagues understand your challenges, will help you along the way and appreciate your hard work.
You are not afraid to speak up if you have questions. You have a sense of responsibility and ownership, so that you know when to escalate (potential) issues and when to treat information in a confidential way.
Spacewell promises continuous impact combined with an energetic workplace.
It is our mission to optimize building performance and improve the quality of life by delivering innovative software solutions on an international scale.
We strive to have a wider impact as an organization by being bold and ambitious. All our tools are linked to insights based on real data.
Next to the flexible work hours and at least 50% emote working possibilities, you will get a salary and fringe benefits in line with your experience.

What would next steps look like?

You reach out to our recruitment team to send in your CV or to ask some further questions.
You will be invited for a digital cup of coffee.
Depending on locations and schedules, you will meet up with your future colleagues at our offices or virtually.