Financial Controller

Financial Controller

John Cockerill, enablers of opportunities

 

Driven since 1817 by the entrepreneurial spirit and thirst for innovation of its founder, the John Cockerill Group develops large-scale technological solutions to meet the needs of its time: facilitating access to low carbon energies, enabling sustainable industrial production, preserving natural resources, contributing to greener mobility, enhancing security and installing essential infrastructures. 

 

Its offer to businesses, governments and communities consists of services and associated equipment for the sectors of energy, defence, industry, the environment, transports, and infrastructures. With more than 8,000 employees, John Cockerill achieved a turnover of € 1.417 billion in 2024 in 28 countries, on 5 continents. 

 

Context of the opportunity

The Controller is responsible for all financial and accounting activities for the organization. This includes budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, variance analysis, financial reporting, and internal controls. The Controller partners closely with relevant stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, cost control, and financial performance.

Main responsibilities

• Manage financial operations including month-end closing, reporting, and analysis.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain cost accounting systems and inventory valuation.
• Analyze costs, variances, and profitability by product line.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve cost effectiveness.
• Monitor and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with corporate policies and external regulations.
• Provide financial insight and support for capital expenditures and strategic projects.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of company financials to headquarters.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Lead or participate in audits, both internal and external.

Profile

John Cockerill offers you career and development opportunities within its various sectors in a friendly working environment. 
Do you want to work for an innovative company that will allow you to take up technical challenges on a daily basis?
We look forward to receiving your application and to meeting you!
 

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Experience Level

Mid Level