Controller

Manuport Logistics (MPL); Antwerpen; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

30 vacation days

Flexible hours

Résumé du poste

Manuport Logistics (MPL) in Antwerp is seeking a Controller to own the monthly close, consolidate multiple entities, and deliver timely, accurate financial information to support strategic decisions. You will lead financial analysis, support budgeting and forecasting, and drive continuous improvement of processes and reporting quality across the international organisation.

Join an ambitious finance team with an international footprint, collaborating with cross-country partners to enable

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in Audit, Controlling, or a similar finance role.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; knowledge of French is a valuable asset.
• A proactive and hands-on team player who also works effectively and independently.
• Strong communication skills, enabling you to build relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving environment.
• You’re a team player with an optimistic outlook, yet equally capable of excelling independently.
• Eager to take ownership, challenge the status quo, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ready to join an ambitious and enthusiastic Finance team that acts as a true business partner and plays an active role in supporting strategic decision-making.

Responsabilités

• Own the monthly closing and reporting cycle.
• Support consolidation of multiple entities.
• Ensure timely delivery of accurate financial information.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis and performance monitoring.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for informed business decisions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning activities.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, reporting quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with finance teams across countries and key business partners.

Connaissances

Analytical mindset

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Stakeholder communication

Team player

Dutch & English fluency

Formation

Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting

Outils

ERP systems

Description du poste

Job Description

Looking for your next big move in logistics? This won’t be your typical logistics job, and we’re not your typical forwarder. At MPL, we think beyond the container and always go one step further in everything we do. How? By living the mission, not just executing the job. With a unique mix of logistics services, real and personal advice, we make things happen. Now, we’re looking for our next hero to level up our finance team in Antwerp. You in?

As Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance and growth of our international organization. You will take ownership of the monthly closing and reporting cycle, support the consolidation of multiple entities, and ensure the timely delivery of accurate financial information. Through in-depth financial analysis and performance monitoring, you will translate complex data into actionable insights, enabling informed business decisions and helping stakeholders drive sustainable results. Working closely with finance teams across different countries and key business partners, you will contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning activities. In addition, you will identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, reporting quality, and operational efficiency. Reporting directly to the Controlling Manager, you will be a trusted finance partner, actively supporting strategic initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and the achievement of business objectives.

Knowledge is power

At MPL, we turn knowledge into action. Who are we looking for?

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in Audit, Controlling, or a similar finance role.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem‑solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; knowledge of French is a valuable asset.
• A proactive and hands‑on team player who also works effectively and independently.
• Strong communication skills, enabling you to build relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving environment.
• You’re a team player with an optimistic outlook, yet equally capable of excelling independently.
• Eager to take ownership, challenge the status quo, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ready to join an ambitious and enthusiastic Finance team that acts as a true business partner and plays an active role in supporting strategic decision-making.

Life at MPL

You’ll be part of a vibrant finance team, all committed tackling any challenges that come our way. MPL is proud to be different. Different from the rest. We love a good challenge so we can bring out our best. We are constantly exploring creative solutions to effectively navigate our client’s resources from point A to B. We always operate as a team, valuing everyone’s contributions. Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. Besides the international vibe and a professional workspace with a view of the port, we’ve got company events and activities coming your way. As a member of the MPL family, you’ll receive a competitive salary with 30 vacation days based on a 38‑hour workweek and flexible hours.

Ready to be different?