Financial Controller

Job Title: Finance Controller

Location: Bucharest, Romania

Industry: Waste Management

About our client:

Our client is a visionary Romanian company, specialized in advanced waste management. They

aim to lead the transformation towards a circular and sustainable society. With innovative

technologies and dedicated team, they bring a positive change, protecting the environment and

building a green and prosperous future for everyone. As a leader in smart waste management,

they are recognized for innovation, creativity and sustainable solutions. They aim to create a

world where no valuable material is wasted, but reintroduced into the economic circuit, thus

stimulating the sustainable development of society. They are an equal opportunity employer

who celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all

employees.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Controller to join our finance team. The successful

candidate will play a critical role in driving financial performance, supporting commercial teams,

and providing strategic insights through budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and

reporting. This role requires a deep understanding of financial principles and excellent analytical

skills to help guide business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

 Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting,

ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives.

 Financial Modelling: Develop, maintain, and improve complex financial models to

support decision-making, scenario analysis, and strategic planning.

 Commercial Support: Partner with commercial teams to provide financial insights,

performance analysis, and profitability assessments to drive revenue and growth.

 Reporting: Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports, including variance analysis

and KPIs, to senior management and stakeholders.

 Financial Analysis: Perform in-depth financial analysis on business performance,

identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to support business objectives.

 Business Case Development: Support business units in developing financial business

cases, including ROI analysis for new initiatives, investments, and projects.

 Variance Analysis: Monitor and explain financial variances against budgets, forecasts,

and prior periods, offering actionable recommendations.

 Management Reporting: Create monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, providing

detailed analysis and insights to senior leadership on financial performance.

 Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and

efficiency gains in financial reporting and forecasting.

 Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across the organization,

including Sales, Operations, and Marketing, to align financial planning with business

strategies.

 Ad-hoc Analysis: Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and insights to support strategic

initiatives, investment decisions, and board presentations.

Requirements

 Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field;

 Experience: Minimum 4-5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, budgeting,

and forecasting.

 Technical Skills:

o Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling techniques.

o Experience with ERP systems & analytical tools (Power BI)

 Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn

data into actionable insights.

 Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to

explain complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.

 Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting

and analysis.

What We Offer

 Competitive salary and benefits package

 Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

 A dynamic, fast-paced working environment

 Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making

 A chance to make a significant impact on the company's financial performance and

growth