Business Controller

Gentis is a Belgian recruitment company headquartered in Brussels and providing permanent staffing as well as project sourcing solutions worldwide in multiple sectors.

Our client is a European organization headquartered in Brussels. their mission is to streamline expense management for large multinationals and mid-sized companies, along with their employees.

They develop intelligent, straightforward, and integrated expense management solutions to enhance cost efficiency and employee satisfaction.

Job Description:

As a business Controller, you’ll partner with business units to analyze performance, control costs, and support data-driven decision-making. You will be in charge of:

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Developing annual budgets and rolling forecasts that align with company goals, explaining any budget variances
• Coordinating and oversee input from budget owners during forecasting and financial reviews
• Assisting in shaping the group strategy and vision by identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actions

Business Controlling

• Thoroughly analyzing commercial deal terms, including pricing, revenue components, payment conditions, discounts, and agreements affecting sales commissions
• Collaborating with the legal team to ensure compliance with contractual obligations related to invoicing and commissions
• Tracking sales bookings and their effects on recurring revenue growth
• Conducting ad-hoc analyses to inform business decisions, such as FTE reporting and associated costs
• Supporting and representing the finance department in various projects, including those related to products and processes
• Fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders and work to optimize processes, minimizing redundancy

Cost Controlling

• Conducting detailed analyses of key cost drivers, financial KPIs, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Overseeing the monthly financial closing process to ensure accuracy in P&L statements and appropriate cost allocations across the Group, meeting reporting deadlines.
• Reconciling accounts and verify cost accruals, deferrals, and expense reports from accountants, while tracking capital expenditures and other costs.
• Assisting in internal and external audits by supplying necessary documentation and clarifications.

• Coordinating and oversee input from budget owners during forecasting and financial reviews.
• Assisting in shaping the group strategy and vision by identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.