Business Controller

robin-radar; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work© certificate

Pension plan

Commuting allowance

30 days holiday (plus 3)

Training and certifications

High-quality equipment

International team

Job summary

Robin Radar is seeking a Business Controller to transform financial data into actionable insights and support strategic goals across the organization.

You will produce forecasts, manage reporting, and provide risk oversight while working closely with the Head of Business Controlling and other teams. This role emphasizes data-driven decision-making in a fast-growing tech focused environment.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years in financial controlling or FP&A in a multinational environment.
• Strong command of financial modelling, forecasting, and modern reporting tools.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Analytical mind with sharp attention to detail and a strategic outlook.
• Proactive team player who takes ownership and works well independently.
• Excellent communicator across cultures, comfortable collaborating with teams across our group companies.

Responsibilities

• Financial forecasting and analysis: collate and interpret data, drive budget forecasts.
• Reporting and dashboarding: deliver management analytics and dashboards.
• Variance and trend analysis: track performance and translate shifts into action.
• Financial policies and internal controls: advise guidelines and improve processes.
• Compliance and risk oversight: verify data accuracy and escalate non-compliance risks.
• Cross-functional projects and support: assist with special finance projects across entities.

Skills

Financial modelling

Forecasting

English fluency

Analytical mindset

Independent worker

Cross-cultural communication

Communication across cultures

Education

BSc or MSc in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Modern reporting tools

Financial modelling software

Job description

Steer our numbers, fuel our growth - so our team can focus on saving birds and stopping drones. As our Business Controller, you bring data to life and turn financial insights into smart operational decisions. You work closely with your team and colleagues across the business to build accurate forecasts, spot trends, and guide our strategic goals. Reporting directly to the Head of Business Controlling, your sharp financial eye gives our management crew the clarity they need to keep Robin Radar moving forward.

What you'll do

Financial forecasting and analysis

Collate, analyze, and interpret financial data using preset tools and methods. Drive our budget forecasting and closing processes to keep our growth plans on track.

Reporting and dashboarding

Deliver clear management analytics, periodic reports, and visual dashboards. Give leaders across the organization the visibility they need for confident operational oversight.

Variance and trend analysis

Run variance analysis to track operational performance. Identify trend deviations early and translate those shifts into actionable steering advice for key stakeholders.

Financial policies and internal controls

Advise on financial guidelines and help optimize internal control procedures. Resolve routine queries, handle continuous practice improvements, and keep standards consistently high.

Compliance and risk oversight

Review financial data periodically to verify completeness and accuracy. Ensure full alignment with regulatory codes and escalate non-compliance risks before they impact the business.

Cross-functional projects and support

Assist with special financial projects across our entities. Guide colleagues to help them make the best possible use of our data management systems every day.

What you bring

• BSc or MSc in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in financial controlling or FP&A, ideally within a multinational environment
• Strong command of financial modelling, forecasting, and modern reporting tools
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written
• Analytical mind with sharp attention to detail and a strategic outlook
• Proactive team player who takes ownership and works well independently
• Excellent communicator across cultures, comfortable collaborating with teams across our group companies

What we offer

• Working for a Great Place to Work® certified company
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Commuting allowance
• 30 days of paid holiday leave (with the possibility to buy 3 additional days)
• Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications
• High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, headphones, and any other equipment necessary for your role
• An international team of 30+ nationalities, full of high performance colleagues you can exchange experiences with and learn from. As well as having a lot of fun in our social events and Friday drinks!

A Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and a background check are part of our screening process. We appreciate your understanding.

Robin Radar is a technology leader in tracking and classifying small objects. Our radars and software help prevent bird strikes in aviation, reduce the impact of wind farms on wildlife, and protect critical infrastructure from drone threats. Our work shows up at airports, wind farms, military sites and nature reserves around the world.

We're one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies in the Netherlands, with a crew of bright minds across 30+ nationalities. Growth doesn't mean we lose the plot - eyes on the skies, feet on the ground. Our values keep us grounded: WE TRUST. WE OWN IT. WE AIM HIGH.