Site Controller I

GXO Logistics, Inc; Almere; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

GXO University access

International work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

GXO Logistics in Almere seeks an experienced Site Controller to join the team, working with the Site Manager to provide financial guidance and support strategic decision-making.

You will lead month-end close, own the P&L, oversee local accounting, and drive budgeting and forecasting. Build robust internal controls and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial outcomes. Fluency in English and 2–3 years of finance/controlling experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Economics, or related field.
• 2-3 years experience in finance/controlling.
• Experience with ERP systems and MS Excel.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a finance business partner, advising site leadership and managers on financial and controlling matters while collaborating with cross-functional international teams to identify cost drivers and improve financial outcomes.
• Leading month-end and year-end closing procedures, managing the full P&L, and overseeing local accounting functions.
• Leading the budgeting process as well as weekly and monthly forecasting, taking corrective actions when required.
• Developing and maintaining robust internal control systems to ensure financial compliance and accuracy.
• Creating sales invoices for completed services and discussing them with site managers and customers.

Skills

Finance

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

English

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career? At GXO Logistics, we are looking for an experienced and proactive Site Controller to join our team in Almere. In this role, you will work closely with a Site Manager, providing financial guidance and supporting strategic decision-making.

What's in it for you

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Hybrid working model: 3-4 days minimum at the office.
• Access to GXO University for personal and professional development.
• A dynamic, international work environment with growth opportunities.

How you'll make an impact

• Acting as a finance business partner, advising site leadership and managers on financial and controlling matters while collaborating with cross-functional international teams to identify cost drivers and improve financial outcomes.
• Leading month-end and year-end closing procedures, managing the full P&L, and overseeing local accounting functions.
• Leading the budgeting process as well as weekly and monthly forecasting, taking corrective actions when required.
• Developing and maintaining robust internal control systems to ensure financial compliance and accuracy.
• Creating sales invoices for completed services and discussing them with site managers and customers.

What you'll bring to GXO

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in finance and/or controlling.
• Experience working with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Fluency in English, with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience within a 3PL or logistics environment would be considered an advantage.

Your work environment

Working at GXO Logistics means being part of a dynamic and international organization where no two days are the same. You’ll have the opportunity to develop yourself to your full potential, supported by a company that values entrepreneurship, growth, and sustainability.

With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, employee development, and innovation, GXO is proud to be one of the top logistics service providers worldwide.

At GXO Logistics, we keep supply chains moving - safely, efficiently and sustainably.

If you’re looking for a place where your impact is visible and your ideas matter, GXO is the place to be.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

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