Senior Cost Controller: Construction Projects Financial Lead

BESIX; Oost-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary in line with market

Flexible mobility advantages

Medical care insurance

Work-life balance program (teleworking

Job summary

BESIX Group is seeking a Senior Cost Controller to strengthen our Finance team for Belgium & Luxembourg. You will ensure accurate project reporting and provide financial expertise throughout the project lifecycle, mainly supporting Ghent-area projects with some Brussels-based work.

The role requires a Master's degree in Finance or related field and at least 5 years of cost control experience, with fluency in Dutch and English; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in cost control, project controlling, audit, finance, or a similar analytical role.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; French is considered a strong asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the monthly cost control and reporting process for your assigned projects.
• Analyse project performance, identify risks and opportunities, and challenge financial assumptions where necessary.
• Review and validate project cost control data in collaboration with Project Managers and operational teams.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of financial information and reports.
• Support Project Managers by providing timely financial insights and performance analyses.
• Act as a business partner for project teams and ensure that all relevant accounting and financial data are properly communicated.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and simplification of cost control processes and reporting tools.
• Prepare and present financial analyses and recommendations to the Cost Control Manager and other stakeholders.

Job description

BESIX Group is seeking a Senior Cost Controller to strengthen our Finance team for Belgium & Luxembourg. You will ensure accurate project reporting and provide financial expertise throughout the project lifecycle, mainly supporting Ghent-area projects with some Brussels-based work.

The role requires a Master's degree in Finance or related field and at least 5 years of cost control experience, with fluency in Dutch and English; French is a plus.