Business Controller

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UNStudio is seeking a Business Controller in Amsterdam to help build a sustainable, scalable financial structure for a growing firm of 450+. In this role you bridge finance and operations, turn data into actionable insights, guide project profitability and drive process improvements in a newly implemented PMS system with the Control Team. You’ll partner with studio directors, entity leads, the MD and CFO to advise on contracts, project risks and financial performance, and occasionally handle administrative tasks like invoicing schedules. Requirements include a finance degree, proven controlling experience, strong reporting, ERP proficiency, and fluent English Dutch a plus. To apply, send your resume and a concise motivation letter explaining how you drive change and collaboration.

About UNS

With over 450 employees in seven global offices – from Amsterdam to Austin, Hong Kong to Dubai – UNS is more than an architecture firm. We’re a collective of thinkers, problem solvers, and creative minds working across disciplines to shape a better world. Whether it’s cities or airports, bridges or brands, we design solutions that address real societal challenges.

The Position

As a Business Controller at UNS, you will have an influential role in shaping a sustainable and scalable financial structure of our growing organization. You drive both insight and efficiency.

UNS is constantly developing. The Finance department is no exception. We recently implemented a new PMS-system and are always looking for improvements in the system, process, reports and other ways we can contribute to the bigger picture. In your role as Business Controller, you are in the middle of these developments. With internal stakeholders such as studio directors, entity directors, MD and CFO, your contribution is directly visible within the organization.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the creation of new financial and operational standards in an environment where processes are evolving. As a Business Controller, you are part of the Control Team (5 members) within the broader Finance Team (approx. 13 members). Reporting directly to the Business Control Manager. You are able to work independently, but you are also driven by working in teams; within the finance department and outside the finance department. But most of all you enjoy helping and advising the entities and studios within the group.

As a Business Controller, you oversee the performance of entities, studios and projects. This is done by regular and incidental reports you (help to) provide. You serve as the point of contact for entity -, studio leaders and project managers on financial aspects. Topics addressed may include financial advice on rfp’s/contracts, project progress, potential risks and opportunities and financial performance. In case needed and efficient, you have a hands-on mentality to also occasionally work on more administrative subjects such as setting up invoice schedules and sales invoices in the PMS. Analytical skills and eye for detail are indispensable to ensure you understand the story behind the financial reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Proven experience in business controlling (experience with project organization and/or professional service organization is a plus but no requirement.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

• Business savvy and innovative mindset.

• Experience with process improvement, standardization, and automation.

• Strong reporting skills is a must.

• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across teams in an international setting.

• Fluent in English, Dutch is a plus.

• Role: Organizational sensitivity, change capabilities, communication skills

Why Join UNS?

• Be part of a dynamic, innovative environment shaping iconic architectural projects.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of world-class professionals.

• Contribute to the financial backbone of a growing organization where your input matters.

• Competitive salary and benefits aligned with experience.

Interested?
We look forward to receive your resume + short motivation letter.