Industrial Controller | Strategic Finance Business Partner | Ghent

Ready to step into a role where you'll influence business decisions instead of simply reporting the numbers?

I'm partnering with a well-established international organisation that is looking to strengthen its finance team with an Industrial Controller.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in industrial controlling, manufacturing finance, or product costing who enjoys working closely with operations and wants to make a real commercial impact.

As the link between Finance and Operations, you'll provide the financial insights that drive performance, improve profitability, and support strategic decision-making across the business.

What you'll be doing

? Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Management to improve business performance

? Analyse production costs, margins, operational KPIs, and financial performance

? Manage and improve product costing, standard costing, and inventory valuation

? Investigate cost variances and identify opportunities to improve profitability

? Support budgeting, forecasting, business cases, and investment decisions

? Improve reporting, financial processes, and ERP data quality

? Deliver meaningful financial insights that influence operational and strategic decisions

Who we're looking for:

✔ Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline

✔ Around 5-7 years of experience in industrial controlling,



manufacturing finance, product costing, or a similar analytical finance role

✔ Strong understanding of costing methodologies, inventory management, and operational finance

✔ Experience with ERP systems (SAP experience is a strong advantage)

✔ Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn complex data into practical business recommendations

✔ Fluent in Dutch and English

Why this opportunity stands out:

This is far more than a traditional controlling position. You'll be a trusted finance partner to the business, working alongside operational leaders to improve performance, optimise processes, and support key strategic decisions.

You'll join an international organisation that offers a collaborative environment, short decision-making lines, and genuine opportunities to take ownership and drive improvements.

What's on offer?

✅ Competitive salary package

✅ Company car with fuel or charging card

✅ Group & hospitalisation insurance

✅ Meal vouchers

✅ Net expense allowance

✅ Performance bonus

✅ Laptop & mobile phone

✅ 32 days of annual leave

✅ Ongoing learning and development opportunities

✅ A role with real autonomy, visibility, and long-term career growth

If you're ready to move into a position where your financial expertise directly influences business performance, I'd be happy to tell you more.

? Get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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