Site Controller
Accounting
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
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About Us: Yusen Logistics is one of the world's leading providers of logistics solutions, helping businesses optimize their global supply chains. With over 25,000 employees across more than 650 locations in 46 countries, we offer an inspiring work environment with diverse development opportunities. As a company with Japanese roots, we embrace the philosophy of Kaizen – the culture of continuous improvement – in all our business areas.
Are you ready to make an impact on business performance by turning financial data into valuable insights? At Yusen Logistics, we are looking for a proactive and analytical Site Controller who will support our operational sites with financial reporting, performance analysis, budgeting, and business partnering. In this role, you will work closely with Operations and Management to help drive profitability, transparency, and continuous improvement across our Cluster North business.
What will you do as Site Controller?
As a Site Controller, you will play a key role in monitoring and improving the financial performance of our operations. You will collaborate with site teams, operational stakeholders, and the Business Unit Controller to ensure accurate reporting and informed decision-making.
Your responsibilities include:
- Managing and supporting the monthly closing process for your assigned sites.
- Analyzing customer and job profitability and identifying irregularities or opportunities for improvement.
- Validating financial data, including gross profit, operational results, and KPI performance.
- Performing variance analyses against budget, forecast, and previous periods.
- Supporting the preparation of management reports and performance reviews.
- Developing accurate budgets and forecasts together with operational management.
- Monitoring operational KPIs and translating data into actionable business insights.
- Partnering with Site Managers and Operations to improve financial performance.
- Supporting internal and external audits and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Contributing to process improvements and standardization initiatives within Planning & Control.
What do you bring to the table?
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You are an analytical professional who enjoys working with data and collaborating with stakeholders across the business. You are comfortable challenging the status quo, identifying trends, and supporting operational teams in achieving their goals.
You bring:
- A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Approximately 2 to 5 years of experience in Controlling, Financial Analysis, or a similar role.
- Experience within logistics, supply chain, or freight forwarding is a strong advantage.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with reporting tools.
- Knowledge of ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.
- A solid understanding of P&L management, costing structures, financial analysis, and operational KPIs.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to explain financial topics to non-financial stakeholders.
- A proactive, independent, and detail-oriented mindset.
Why Yusen Logistics?
At Yusen Logistics, we combine global expertise with local empowerment. We believe our people are the key to our success and create an environment where you can develop your skills, take ownership, and make a real impact on our business performance.
What we offer:
- A challenging and business-critical role within an international logistics organization.
- The opportunity to work closely with both Finance and Operations, influencing key business decisions.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive employment conditions and benefits.
- A dynamic, multicultural workplace that encourages innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Join Yusen Logistics and help us shape smarter decisions, stronger performance, and sustainable growth.
Ready to design the future of logistics with us?
We understand that your application comes with expectations and hopes. That’s why we are committed to providing you with timely feedback. Yusen Logistics stands for diversity and equal opportunity! We welcome applications from all qualified and suitable individuals – regardless of their personal background or characteristics. All personal terms used in our job advertisements are intended to be gender-neutral.
Note for recruitment agencies: Yusen Logistics does not accept unsolicited profiles. If a recruitment is made without an existing contractual relationship, there is no entitlement to remuneration. All legal claims will be rejected.
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