Cost Controller

Challenge Group; Luik; Sur place; EUR 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Challenge Group in Belgium is seeking a Cost Controller responsible for analyzing and validating invoices for ground services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual terms and rates. You will reconcile data with ERP/records, investigate discrepancies, liaise with Procurement, Finance and Ground Operations, and contribute to KPIs and cost-saving initiatives.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, 1–3 years in cost control or accounts payable, strong Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, logistics or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in cost control, accounts payable.

Responsabilités

• Review and verify suppliers’ invoices across the global network for accuracy and contractual compliance.
• Compare and reconcile invoice data with ERP systems and internal records.
• Investigate discrepancies between invoices, contracts and operational records.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments (Procurement, Finance, Ground Operation) to resolve discrepancies and implement improvements.
• Maintain organized records and support audit requirements.
• Identify cost anomalies or trends and escalate risks.
• Prepare periodic reports on cost trends, variances and contract compliance.
• Contribute to development of KPIs and dashboards for cost control.

Connaissances

Fluent French

Fluent English

Analytical skills

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Outils

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Description du poste

The Cost Controller is responsible for the analysis; the validation and processing of invoices related to ground services. This role ensures accuracy and compliance with contractual terms, including cost allocation, detects discrepancies and supports financial integrity through close coordination with internal departments across the Group and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify suppliers’ invoices across the global network to ensure accuracy and compliance of the invoices with the contractual terms and agreed services rates.
• Compare and reconcile the invoice data with the ERP System and other internal records.
• Investigate the discrepancies between invoices, contracts and operational records.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments, like Procurement, Finance and Ground Operation, to resolve the discrepancies and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency and cost savings.
• Maintain organized records and support audit requirements.
• Identify cost anomalies or trends and escalate potential risks or inefficiencies.
• Prepare periodic reports on cost trends, variances and contract compliance.
• Contribute to the development of KPIs and dashboards for cost control performance.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, logistics or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in cost control, accounts payable.

Experience

• Familiarity with cargo and ramp handling operations, trucking services and vendor billing processes is a strong advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP or financial systems
• Fluent in French and English required.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to the details, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Organized, proactive and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with large volumes of data and identify inconsistencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Previous experience in a similar role with a freight forwarder or airline is an advantage.