Freelance Financial Controlling Manager
What the Project Is About
An international organization operating in a fast-paced and transformation-driven environment is seeking an experienced Freelance Financial Controlling Manager to strengthen its finance leadership team during a critical transition period.
This assignment requires a senior-level finance leader capable of combining hands-on controlling expertise with strong stakeholder management and team leadership. The successful consultant will act as a key business partner to senior management, helping drive financial transparency, performance analysis, and decision-making across multiple business units.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the controlling activities across several operational and corporate entities
Manage and mentor a team of up to 10 finance professionals, ensuring high-quality output and continuous performance improvement
Oversee monthly management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes
Deliver clear financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership and operational stakeholders
Conduct investment and profitability analysis to support strategic business decisions
Review business performance indicators and identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements
Monitor cash flow performance and support liquidity planning initiatives
Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data across reporting cycles
Collaborate closely with accounting, FP&A, and operational teams to improve financial processes and controls
Support ongoing finance transformation and process standardization initiatives where required
Requirements for the Candidate
Experience
Minimum 10 years of experience within financial controlling, FP&A, or finance leadership roles
Proven track record managing finance teams of up to 10 people
Strong hands-on controlling background within complex or international environments
Experience delivering executive-level management reporting and business performance analysis
Previous exposure to investment analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Comfortable operating in fast-moving environments with senior stakeholder exposure
Freelance/consulting experience is considered a strong advantage
Technologies
Strong Excel and financial modeling capabilities
ERP experience required; SAP experience is considered a strong plus
Familiarity with BI/reporting tools is advantageous
Additional Requirements / Bonuses
Fluent English is mandatory
Professional proficiency in either French or Dutch is required
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to balance strategic oversight with operational execution
Immediately available consultants or short notice profiles preferred
Project Details:
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 5 Months
Contract Type: Freelance
Location: Brussels
Hours Per Week: 40
Onsite Policy: 3-4 Days Per Week Onsite, Rest is WFH
Language: English AND French OR Dutch
If interested, please send your most up to date CV over to gabriel.toma@vividresourcing.com .