Business Controller

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Euro Pool System is looking for a proactive Business Controller to drive sustainable, reusable packaging by building reporting frameworks, analyzing trends, and challenging budgets and forecasts across Europe. You’ll partner with HQ and regional controllers, develop dashboards with Power BI, and drive continuous improvement in financial planning and operations. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s or master’s in Business Economics or similar, 3–4 years in a financial role with at least 2 years as a controller or analyst, fluent English and preferably Dutch, and strong Excel and Power BI skills. To apply, tailor your CV to show cross-functional impact, measurable budget improvements, BI storytelling, and a demonstrated commitment to sustainability, plus readiness to work full-time onsite in Rijswijk, 32 to 40 hours per week.

Are you passionate about providing valuable analytical insights for management, working in a sustainable business environment?

The role

As a Business Controller at Euro Pool System (EPS), you will play an important role in our mission to promote sustainable, reusable packaging solutions. Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining reporting frameworks, analyzing trends, performing scenario analysis and providing insights to help streamline and professionalize our business operations.

You can make a real difference by engaging with the operational and commercial (functional) teams to understand their financial needs and challenges and translate this into valuable insights. Based on data analysis, you will assess and challenge budgets, forecasts and business cases prepared by the regional offices throughout Europe. You will participate in various improvement projects in collaboration with the business control team at headquarters and the business controllers in the regions. Also, the development and refinement of reports, together with the business intelligence team, will be one of your main activities.

Are you ready to enhance financial planning and reporting at a leading sustainable packaging company?

In this role, you will work in a dynamic environment alongside the business control team at headquarters (Rijswijk) and the regional controllers across Europe. Join us in a dynamic and profitable environment with a clear strategy for continued success.

You

You are an energetic and proactive ambitious professional who blends strong analytical thinking with excellent digital skills. Your enthusiasm for building internal networks and identifying opportunities for improvement distinguishes you. As a real team player with strong digital and communication skills, you will become an effective partner in driving both individual and collective success.

Further:

• A completed bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Economics, Finance & Control, Accountancy, Business Administration or similar study.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of work experience in a relevant financial role or related experience within an (commercial) organisation, of which at least 2 years of experience as a (business) controller or business analyst.
• Proficiency in English and preferably Dutch, spoken and written.
• Excellent knowledge of Excel with hands-on experience in creating dashboards using Power BI.
• Keen interest in building an internal network and gaining a deep understanding of the business.

Our offer
The position of Business Controller at Euro Pool System offers you a lot of opportunities and room for your own ideas. You will work in a dynamic environment together with a team of Business Controllers at HQ and the five regional offices across Europe. You can expect:

• The opportunity to work 32 to 40 hours per week.
• A competitive salary and a good pension scheme.
• 25 vacation days per year.
• Many opportunities to develop yourself within the organization and become part of the network wherein the largest European retailers operate.
• To be part of a team dedicated to promoting sustainability and circularity, ensuring operations align with ecological principles. You can actively contribute to the transition towards a circular economy. “It’s in your hands”.

Join us now and take your next step in influencing strategic financial performance in a dynamic environment!