Business Controller – Passenger Services - Schiphol

dnata; Schiphol; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

dnata is seeking a Business Controller for Passenger Services at Schiphol Airport. This role focuses on driving financial performance and operational efficiency while collaborating closely with operational and commercial leaders.

The ideal candidate will have 8-12 years of experience in Business Controlling and be able to translate operational dynamics into actionable financial insights. Proficiency in Dutch and English is essential.

Join dnata for a meaningful impact in a dynamic operational environment.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in Business Controlling, FP&A, or Finance Business Partnering.
• Experience in operational environments like aviation or logistics is desirable.
• Proven track record of partnering with senior operational stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and internal controls.

Skills

Financial modeling

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Fluent in Dutch and English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Professional finance qualification

Job description

About dnata

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers, delivering ground handling, cargo, travel and flight catering services across more than 30 countries. At Schiphol Airport, our Passenger Services operation plays a critical role in delivering safe, efficient and customer‑focused services to some of the world’s leading airlines.

The Opportunity

As Business Controller - Passenger Services, you will drive financial performance, operational efficiency and strategic decision-making in one of our fastest‑growing business areas. You will work closely with operational and commercial leaders to translate activities, workforce dynamics and customer needs into actionable financial insights. You will challenge performance, identify improvement opportunities, support investment decisions and ensure strong financial governance for Passenger Services. This role provides an opportunity to influence business outcomes in a complex, fast‑paced airport environment where customer experience, operational excellence and commercial performance intersect.

Key Responsibilities

Business partnering & performance management

• Lead the program management activities in different cases from financial and ICT perspective.
• Act as the primary finance business partner for Passenger Services Operations.
• Provide operational leadership with financial insights, scenario modeling and strategic recommendations.
• Translate operational performance into financial impact and identify ways to increase profitability.
• Challenge assumptions and offer constructive financial guidance to support decision‑making.

Financial planning & analysis

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long‑term planning for Passenger Services.
• Monitor financial performance against targets and proactively identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop robust business cases and investment analyses to support growth, customer onboarding and operational initiatives.
• Create workforce and productivity models aligned with operational requirements in close collaboration with WFM.

Reporting & Insights

• Deliver accurate, timely and insightful management reporting.
• Create dashboards and performance metrics to support operational and financial excellence.
• Analyze revenue streams, cost drivers, productivity, customer profitability and operational performance.
• Deliver scenario analyses and recommendations for key business decisions.

Governance & Control

• Ensure compliance with financial policies, reporting standards and internal controls.
• Support audit activities and maintain strong financial integrity and transparency.
• Monitor financial risks and support mitigation actions as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting and controls.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance efficiency, automation and data quality.
• Champion the dnata Vision, Mission and Values, and contribute to a high‑performance culture.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

Experience

• 8-12 years of experience in Business Controlling, FP&A or Finance Business Partnering.
• Experience supporting operational businesses with significant workforce and customer‑facing activities.
• Proven track record of partnering with senior operational stakeholders.
• Experience in aviation, logistics, transportation, hospitality or other operational environments is highly desirable.
• Experience managing and developing finance professionals is preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field.
• A professional finance qualification is advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical and commercially minded.
• Excellent financial modeling and business case development skills.
• Ability to simplify complex financial information into actionable business insights.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Results‑oriented with a proactive, hands‑on approach.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.

Why Join dnata?

At dnata, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in one of the most dynamic operational environments in the Netherlands. You will collaborate with experienced leaders, contribute to large‑scale transformation and help shape the future of our Passenger Services operation at Schiphol Airport.

Ready to take off with us? Apply now to join the dnata journey.