Business Controller at Vanderlande in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

financial reporting

performance tracking

process improvement

financial modelling

revenue forecast

cost estimate

Own and lead financial reporting and performance tracking for assigned projects and service contracts
Identify and drive process improvements and standardization initiatives across the controlling landscape
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and accounting standards
Act as the financial sparring partner to Project and Service Managers, challenging assumptions and mitigating financial risk
Support peer development by sharing best practices and contributing to team capability building
Lead scenario mapping and financial modelling for large or complex projects to support leadership decisions
Represent the Controlling team in cross-functional discussions and escalation processes
Ensure accuracy in forecasts (LE), revenue recognition, billing, and margin reporting
Coordinate and facilitate Project Board meetings, delivering insights on revenue, cash flow, billing, and risks & opportunities.
Liaise with internal audit, pricing, and financial control teams to maintain consistency and data integrity
Collaborate closely with Treasury (FX, guarantees), Procurement, and Supply Chain to ensure financial alignment across functions
Drive the quality of Cost Estimate Reviews (CERs) by aligning input from Project Managers, Controllers, and operational stakeholders
Translate financial data into actionable insights for both finance and non-finance stakeholders

Requirements

accounting

excel

powerbi

5+yrs

finance degree

stakeholder management

Strong knowledge of accounting principles
Proficiency in Excel and Power BI (or similar analytics tools)
Experience in service-based or project-driven organizations
5+ years of experience in financial control, business controlling, or FP&A in a multinational or project-based environment
Analytical, structured, and capable of drawing conclusions and making recommendations
Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Experience working with international teams and/or shared service centers
Strong interpersonal relationships and stakeholder management
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Economics, or Business Administration
Fluent in Dutch (spoken and written preferred)

Benefits

A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities of career progression.
Bupa Medical Cover
Pension with Aviva
Yellow Nest is a salary exchange scheme that reduces childcare costs for parents and employers
Access to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts.
YuLife – Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers
28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)
Cycle to work scheme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1949

Year of establishment

Established in Veghel, Netherlands.

Acquired 2017

Acquisition by Toyota Industries

Joined a global logistics automation group while maintaining Dutch engineering roots.

600+ Airports

Baggage systems installed worldwide

Operates baggage handling systems across numerous international airports.

4B Bags

Annual baggage processed

Efficiently manages and transports billions of bags each year.

Grew under the name Rapistan Lande in the 1960s, adopting 'Vanderlande' in 1989 and expanding internationally into material-handling automation.
Delivers integrated solutions—innovative systems, smart software, and lifecycle services—to warehouses, airports, and parcel hubs.
Its baggage systems operate in numerous airports, moving a large volume of bags annually.
Parcel systems sort millions of items daily.
FY2024 net revenue reached about €2.2 billion, supported by a healthy order book and steady intake.
Typical projects include large-scale airport baggage halls, e-commerce warehouse sortation, and parcel distribution hubs.
Specializes in airport baggage handling, warehouse automation, and parcel-sorting systems—trusted by top global retailers.
Unusual fact: 9 of the 15 largest food retailers rely on its warehouse systems, processing deliveries for same-day promises worldwide.

Culture + Values

The company is committed to developing its employees and enabling them to reach their full potential.
The organization is driven by innovation and continually strives for better ways of doing things.
The company builds long-term relationships based on mutual respect and trust.
The organization is customer-centric and constantly aims to exceed expectations.
The company believes in delivering excellence through high standards and accountability.
The organization works with passion and integrity in everything it does.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero 2050

Emission Target

Goals to reach net-zero emissions by the year 2050.

Committed to reducing CO2 footprint and improving energy efficiency across operations.
Products and solutions focus on energy efficiency, sustainability, and innovation.
Continuously works on reducing waste and improving recycling in processes.
Invests in sustainable technologies to support the global transition to renewable energy.

Inclusion & Diversity

Fosters an inclusive work environment, encouraging diversity of thought, and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Has made significant progress in increasing gender diversity, with women holding leadership positions across various departments.
Monitors diversity metrics and aims to increase gender balance across all levels of the organization.

Articles

Careers

Products

Vanderlande's Innovation

Role

Description

financial reporting

performance tracking

process improvement

financial modelling

revenue forecast

cost estimate

Own and lead financial reporting and performance tracking for assigned projects and service contracts
Identify and drive process improvements and standardization initiatives across the controlling landscape
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and accounting standards
Act as the financial sparring partner to Project and Service Managers, challenging assumptions and mitigating financial risk
Support peer development by sharing best practices and contributing to team capability building
Lead scenario mapping and financial modelling for large or complex projects to support leadership decisions
Represent the Controlling team in cross-functional discussions and escalation processes
Ensure accuracy in forecasts (LE), revenue recognition, billing, and margin reporting
Coordinate and facilitate Project Board meetings, delivering insights on revenue, cash flow, billing, and risks & opportunities.
Liaise with internal audit, pricing, and financial control teams to maintain consistency and data integrity
Collaborate closely with Treasury (FX, guarantees), Procurement, and Supply Chain to ensure financial alignment across functions
Drive the quality of Cost Estimate Reviews (CERs) by aligning input from Project Managers, Controllers, and operational stakeholders
Translate financial data into actionable insights for both finance and non-finance stakeholders

Requirements

accounting

excel

powerbi

5+yrs

finance degree

stakeholder management

Strong knowledge of accounting principles
Proficiency in Excel and Power BI (or similar analytics tools)
Experience in service-based or project-driven organizations
5+ years of experience in financial control, business controlling, or FP&A in a multinational or project-based environment
Analytical, structured, and capable of drawing conclusions and making recommendations
Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Experience working with international teams and/or shared service centers
Strong interpersonal relationships and stakeholder management
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Economics, or Business Administration
Fluent in Dutch (spoken and written preferred)

Benefits

A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities of career progression.
Bupa Medical Cover
Pension with Aviva
Yellow Nest is a salary exchange scheme that reduces childcare costs for parents and employers
Access to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts.
YuLife – Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers
28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)
Cycle to work scheme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1949

Year of establishment

Established in Veghel, Netherlands.

Acquired 2017

Acquisition by Toyota Industries

Joined a global logistics automation group while maintaining Dutch engineering roots.

600+ Airports

Baggage systems installed worldwide

Operates baggage handling systems across numerous international airports.

4B Bags

Annual baggage processed

Efficiently manages and transports billions of bags each year.

Grew under the name Rapistan Lande in the 1960s, adopting 'Vanderlande' in 1989 and expanding internationally into material-handling automation.
Delivers integrated solutions—innovative systems, smart software, and lifecycle services—to warehouses, airports, and parcel hubs.
Its baggage systems operate in numerous airports, moving a large volume of bags annually.
Parcel systems sort millions of items daily.
FY2024 net revenue reached about €2.2 billion, supported by a healthy order book and steady intake.
Typical projects include large-scale airport baggage halls, e-commerce warehouse sortation, and parcel distribution hubs.
Specializes in airport baggage handling, warehouse automation, and parcel-sorting systems—trusted by top global retailers.
Unusual fact: 9 of the 15 largest food retailers rely on its warehouse systems, processing deliveries for same-day promises worldwide.

Culture + Values

The company is committed to developing its employees and enabling them to reach their full potential.
The organization is driven by innovation and continually strives for better ways of doing things.
The company builds long-term relationships based on mutual respect and trust.
The organization is customer-centric and constantly aims to exceed expectations.
The company believes in delivering excellence through high standards and accountability.
The organization works with passion and integrity in everything it does.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero 2050

Emission Target

Goals to reach net-zero emissions by the year 2050.

Committed to reducing CO2 footprint and improving energy efficiency across operations.
Products and solutions focus on energy efficiency, sustainability, and innovation.
Continuously works on reducing waste and improving recycling in processes.
Invests in sustainable technologies to support the global transition to renewable energy.

Inclusion & Diversity

Fosters an inclusive work environment, encouraging diversity of thought, and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Has made significant progress in increasing gender diversity, with women holding leadership positions across various departments.
Monitors diversity metrics and aims to increase gender balance across all levels of the organization.

Articles

Careers

Products

Vanderlande's Innovation