Business Controller

Sibelco; Itteren; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days 25

ATV days 9

End-of-year bonus 8.33%

Pension scheme

Bicycle plan

Job summary

Sibelco in Maastricht is seeking a Business Controller to lead monthly reporting, budgeting, and cost control in a high‑growth, international production environment. You will drive KPI analyses, CAPEX reporting and the annual budget with cross‑functional teams.

The role requires a HBO/WO in economics or accounting, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. Dutch and English fluency is essential; SAP/S4HANA and Power BI knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Completed financial education with at least 5 years of relevant work experience in an international production environment.
• Proactive, independent yet able to work well in a team and communicate clearly.
• Knowledge of SAP/S4HANA and Power BI is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly reports, variance analyses and KPIs.
• Produce CAPEX reports and support the budget cycle.
• Coordinate budgets and forecasts and analyze gross margin.
• Assist with external reporting (VAT, CBS) and audits.
• Contribute to SAP optimization projects and ad hoc reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Education

HBO/WO in economics or accounting

Tools

SAP

S/4HANA

Power BI

Job description

Business ControllerLocation:Maastricht Op De Bos OfficeAt Sibelco, we advance life through materials.For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.Are We the Perfect Match?At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.Job Description:Responsibilities:· Monthly reports, differences analyses and KPIs;· Periodic CAPEX reports;· Support Budget Cycle;· Drawing up and coordinating Budgets and Forecasts;· Cost controlling & Gross Margin analyses;· Preparing the financial reporting in line with accounting rules within Sibelco Group: monthly reporting via consolidation program Tagetik;· Support projects, such as SAP optimization;· Preparing the external reporting such as VAT, statistics (CBS) etc;· Providing support during tax audits;· Providing information to our internal and external auditors;· Contributing to the annual external audit process;· Create ad hoc reports.Your strength:You have completed a financial education and have at least 5 -7 years of relevant work experience, preferably in an international production work environment. You are enthusiastic, driven and communicate clearly. In addition, you are used to working independently, but you also function excellently in a team.You are proactive and able to take a critical look at activities and processes, know how to identify deviations quickly and are keen to make improvements. You like a varied range of tasks and have strong analytical skills. Finally, it is important that you are stress-resistant, can keep a good overview and are able to set priorities. Knowledge of SAP and S/4HANA is an advantage. You also know how to use Power BI.In short, you:· Have a completed HBO or WO education in economics / accountancy or similar;· Have gained at least 5 years of relevant work experience in the role of (Business) Controller;· Are Flexible and committed;· Have an eye for detail and are precise and orderly;· Has strong analytical skills and is able to create order and overview with Big Data;· Have a good command of the Dutch and English language, both written and oral.We offer:Sibelco recognizes the strength of our diverse global workforce and values differences and inclusion for all. Our wide variety of people brings with it an interesting exchange of ideas and knowledge, which continuously help us move forward and deliver new innovative solutions.We are looking for talent with a wide variety of backgrounds and skills.We offer a competitive salary including 25 vacation days, 9 ATV days, an end-of-year bonus of 8.33%, pension scheme and participation in the bicycle plan.Employee Type:PermanentWhy Join Us?Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:Meet Our People: CareersLearn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn MoreDiscover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco prioritiesWe also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.How to ApplyFollow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X and Facebook to learn more about life at Sibelco. Submit your application in the Apply option.Please note: We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.