Financial Controller

Company Description

Bosch Thermotechnology, with its brands Buderus and Bosch, is an internationally operating company that is part of the Bosch group. Our company specializes in, among other things, the distribution of environmentally friendly, comfortable, reliable, and connected solutions for heating and hot water preparation using gas, oil, heat pumps, and solar energy. In addition to distribution through a network of wholesalers, heating professionals, and other partners, our approximately 200 employees in Belgium provide professional and integrated in-house services, including a team of mobile technicians.

Discover Bosch Belgium and our latest innovations and opportunities by visiting our LinkedIn page Bosch Belgium or our official website bosch.be.

Job Description

The Financial Controller supports planning and control cycles and the production of financial reports while documenting processes and ensuring compliance with internal guidelines.

As an IdM/DSP partner, they manage critical controls related to the ERP system and oversee compliance processes. They also play an advisory role in the setup of systems and processes.

Main Responsibilities

Financial Policy and Compliance:

• Apply Bosch guidelines and legal regulations to financial processes.
• Monitor compliance with reporting and internal control guidelines.
• Develop instructions for optimal use of the ERP system.

Planning and Control Cycle:

• Prepare and manage various files for budgets, month-end, and year-end closings.
• Manage tools for budgets and closings.
• Improve efficiency and ensure the quality of reports.

Reporting:

• Deliver periodic and ad-hoc financial reports.
• Ensure the quality and timeliness of reports.
• Initiate improvements to optimize processes.

Control:

• Monitor financial objectives and identify deviations.
• Ensure correct interpretation of guidelines and respect deadlines.

Optimization of Processes and Systems:

• Identify opportunities for process and system optimization.
• Define requirements for specific adjustments.

Qualifications

Experience and Expertise: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in Controlling & Finance.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of SAP is a must and strong P&L interpretation.

Controlling and Strategy: Strong expertise in controlling, budgeting, and forecasting. Ability to guide the organization from a control perspective, beyond reporting alone.

Team Player and Independence: Team player with the ability to work independently.

Interdepartmental Collaboration: Ability to effectively collaborate with other departments.

Language Skills: Fluent in English and preferably a good knowledge of Dutch. French is a plus.

Additional Information

• Dynamic work environment, offering a career in a large international company.
• Competitive salary and extra-legal benefits: group and hospitalization insurance, meal vouchers, eco cheques and additional holidays.
• Professional development prioritized with continuous training opportunities in a modern and ergonomic workspace.
• Employee well-being: healthy canteen and flexible working hours for a better work-life balance.
• Easy access to the office: by car (with free parking) or public transport.
• Equal opportunities: employment decisions made without regard to race, religion, origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.