Controlling

CFO & Controlling | Management

Take the lead on Finance across four countries, combining international management, business partnering and process improvement.

Our partner is a global industrial group specialising in the design and delivery of customised technical equipment and installations. Operating across multiple continents, the organisation combines an international footprint with a strong project-driven and engineering-focused environment.

To support the further development of its international hub, the company is looking for a Financial Controller / CFO who will oversee Finance across several countries, lead a team of local controllers and act as a key business partner to the Managing Director.

CFO & Controlling | Role

Oversee Finance and Accounting activities across entities in Belgium, Argentina, Brazil and South Africa;
Consolidate financial information, analyse performance and translate variances into actionable recommendations;
Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, cash management, tax, audits and statutory reporting;
Lead, coach and develop an international team of controllers and accounting professionals;
Strengthen internal controls and continuously improve Finance processes, systems and ways of working.

CFO & Controlling | Profile

You hold a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent and bring around 10 years of progressive Finance experience, including financial leadership responsibilities;
You combine strong technical Finance and Accounting expertise with proven people management experience; previous exposure to an industrial, project-based or international environment is a strong advantage;
You are fluent in English, comfortable with Excel and ERP systems, and able to work effectively across different countries and cultures; knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an asset.

CFO & Controlling | Offer

A full-time permanent leadership position within an established international industrial group;
A key position within the hub's management team;
Direct collaboration with the Managing Director and senior business stakeholders;
Responsibility for a Finance scope covering several countries and continents;
Leadership of an international team of Finance professionals;
An attractive compensation package complemented by competitive benefits;
A high level of autonomy in managing and organising the Finance function;
The opportunity to directly shape Finance processes, controls and systems;
A broad scope combining Controlling, Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Tax and Audit;
Regular interaction with the Group, auditors, banks and external partners;
Exposure to multicultural teams and international business environments;
Strong opportunities to further develop your Finance and leadership expertise;
A role where your analyses and recommendations directly influence business decisions;
The opportunity to help structure an evolving organisation and support its continued international growth.