As a Business Controller, you will become part of the Business Control team and support the Business Unit Managers and the Finance Director by providing timely financial and analytical insights.

You will contribute to improving operational processes across the Benelux and ensure the accuracy of the financial administration. In this role, you will be responsible for weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting and play a key role in the commercial and financial management in the Benelux. While each Business Controller has a dedicated area of expertise, this role specifically focuses on supporting the Business Unit Vision Care and Photonics & Optics. At the same time, you will collaborate with your colleagues in Business Control to provide broader support to other business units as needed.

We are looking for someone who is eager to learn and adaptable; our field is evolving rapidly. With the rise of AI, the future of automated processes is near. That’s why we seek people who embrace these developments and assist us with data-driven, holistic analytics.

The key responsibilities for this position include (but are not limited to):

You support and challenge Business units by analyzing financial results, sales data, and marketing campaigns to strengthen future decision-making.

You independently review financial performance and analyze variances against last year and budget expectations.

You handle reporting, forecasting, and budgeting in close collaboration with local sales management and headquarters.

You advise and challenge the Business Units on multiple aspects.

You lead or actively participate in key strategic projects within Vision Care.

You identify business processes that require improvement.

You provide guidance on Corporate Reporting requirements and analyze, understand, and communicate the impact of accounting changes to the Finance Director.

You dedicate time to developing new skills that will benefit your role and future growth.

Required knowledge & experience

We expect that you have a master’s degree in Finance or a bachelor’s degree with relevant working experience.

We also ask that you have at least 2 years of professional reporting experience, preferably in a multinational corporation where you gained a strong knowledge in Business Analysis and decision-making support.

Experience in pricing, marketing, or sales controlling is a strong advantage.

You are a problem solver with excellent analytical abilities and solid Excel skills.

Familiarity with Power BI and advanced Excel functionalities is a plus.

In addition to Dutch, you have an excellent command of English.

You are open to work from our office in Belgium (once/twice per month).

Your background clearly demonstrates your ability to learn quickly.

 Our benefits

A great company culture and an inspiring workspace

An attractive salary package (including a half 13th month)

Variable incentive depending on business objective

Flexible working hours

Option to work partially from home (up to two days per week based on a 40-hour working week)

26 days annual leave based on full-time contract (with possibility for 5 extra leave days)

8.33% holiday allowance

Pension scheme (available premium scheme).

Who are we

ZEISS Benelux
In the Benelux we operate in 2 locations: Breda in the Netherlands and in Leuven in Belgium. In total, around 200 employees work in the Benelux. We have a beautiful headquarter in Breda which connects us through open communication, pride in our products and innovations and a pleasant working atmosphere.

ZEISS Group
ZEISS is a world leader in optics and optoelectronics. Last financial year, revenue was EUR 10 billion divided between the Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets divisions. The product portfolio includes microscopy solutions for life science and material sciences, multidimensional metrology, medical technologies for ophthalmology and microsurgery, spectacle lenses, camera lenses, binoculars and telescopes. In addition, 80% of the world's microchips are manufactured using ZEISS optical lithography. ZEISS has approx. 43,000 employees and is represented in almost 50 countries with 30 production sites, 60 Sales & Service offices and 27 R&D facilities.

We are proud of our heritage and have been at the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation since our creation in 1846. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG. The long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation is to bring science and society into the future together. This means we reinvest 12% of our revenue to fund research and education, supporting progress within the optical industry and across the community. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change.

How to apply  

If you are a driven individual with a keen interest in our business, then we would like to hear from you. This role represents an opportunity to work for an innovative world-leading company.  Working at ZEISS is more than just a job. Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people.

Make a difference, come join the team!

Apply now to take the next step in joining team ZEISS, where you can push technological boundaries, shape markets, and contribute to the advancement of society. We look forward to receiving your CV and covering letter, you may send it to: HR.BNL@zeiss.com for the attention of Madelon Weemers.

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