Business Controller Freight

Job Description

Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Seniority for this role: Associate
Your role in our network The Business Controller provides the Management team with valuable reports and insight into the freight business to support operational and strategic decision making. You are responsible for preparing, developing and analysing (management) accounting information and delivering high quality reports providing insights in key business drivers. Furthermore, the Business Controller is responsible for preparation and execution of accurate financial month-close process. What will you do? Prepare, review and control monthly results; Prepare and analyse monthly financial reporting package to management team within closing time table; Analyse periodic voyage execution results in detail and in total; Responsible that month close procedures (tasks are performed timely and accurately; Involved with preparation of periodic IFRS 16 vessel lease contract calculation; Analyse the mark to market valuations of cargoes and vessels; Involved with preparation for and communication with external and internal audit; Active participation in finance and accounting related improvement projects; Ad-hoc financial analysis and calculations to support decision making in various areas; Support business with financial challenges; Follow up on various ad-hoc business requests and you take part in (IT) projects to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting and reporting processes; What we offer A challenging position in our Chartering department within a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network; A competitive salary; An additional full month’s salary each year as an annual holiday allowance; Exciting opportunities to progress your career within our international network; A professional and stimulating environment in which enthusiastic and driven colleagues work together in a practical and informal way; An annual bonus scheme, based on company results and your performance; A flexible and attractive pension scheme, fully funded by Viterra; 27 days of annual leave, including Good Friday and one flexible day during the Christmas and New Year period; Access to a range of free and exclusive classes to improve your physical and mental wellbeing as part of Viterra’s Vitality programme; Tailored learning & development opportunities; Yearly organisation wide cultural and sport activities, such as: The Harbour Run, football tournaments, and teambuilding activities; A modern, open and inspiring office in the centre of Rotterdam, next to the Markthal and Blaak station; Complimentary daily lunch service from our Viterra restaurant; Options for flexible working, in accordance with our working from home policy; Business laptop and mobile phone; Reimbursement of travel to work (via public transport). Who are we looking for? Minimum of 3 years of experience required in a similar position Experience as Financial and/or Business Controller is required Bachelor degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting or similar Knowledge of MS Office required Knowledge of IFRS is required Knowledge of SAP is required Accurate (detail-oriented) and good analytical skills Willingness to learn the business Can work well with deadlines in a dynamic environment Excellent written and verbal (English) communication skills Being able to understand the importance of data driven decisions in daily work Who are we? We believe in the power of connection. Our world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network connects producers and consumers to supply sustainable, traceable and quality-controlled agricultural products. With our talented people, decades of experience and diverse capabilities, we offer innovative solutions to open pathways and create value for customers through our supply chains. As a responsible long-term business, we will continue to invest in and develop our network, allowing us to meet the needs of a growing world. What do we stand for? We believe that a workforce made up of colleagues from different backgrounds, cultures and beliefs can only make us stronger. We value diversity and work inclusively to bring together many minds, many talents and many perspectives. We offer a work environment where colleagues receive fair and equal opportunities to progress their career at Viterra. We welcome all applicants regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social origin or any other characteristic. Together, we are stronger and achieve more. Show more Show less