Business Controller IT/DIGITAL

THE ROLE

As Business Controller you are part of the Control-team of the Finance & Control department of Damen Global Support.

In this role you will work closely with IT Department, to ensure effective financial management and decision-making within our IT and Digital department.

This role requires a deep understanding of both finance and IT, as well as the ability to translate technical concepts into financial insights. The Business Controller will collaborate closely with IT leaders to optimize financial performance, drive cost efficiency, and contribute to the achievement of strategic objectives.

Next to the business control of the IT-department (which is the primary focus) you will also support other control and reporting activities within the Damen Global Support-division and her departments.

Is this role you report to the Finance director of Damen Global Support

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Control, Analysis and Planning:

• Analyze IT project budgets, expenditures, and forecasts, identifying potential risks, opportunities, and cost-saving measures.
• Analyze financial data related to Agile IT projects, offering real-time insights into budget utilization, burn rate, and cost-efficiency.
• Prepare financial models to evaluate the financial feasibility of IT initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
• Collaborate with IT teams to create accurate and insightful financial projections and budgets.

Performance Tracking and Reporting:

• Support the month-end closing, and are responsible for forecasting and reporting.
• Conduct variance analysis to explain deviations from budgets and forecasts, recommending corrective actions as necessary.
• Monitor and report on key financial metrics, providing timely and accurate updates to IT and finance leadership.

Cost Management:

• Partner with IT managers to optimize IT spending and resource allocation.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities while maintaining operational efficiency and quality. Benchmarking.
• Assist in negotiation and vendor management to secure cost-effective IT solutions and services.

Business Partnering:

• Collaborate closely with IT teams to understand their initiatives, projects, and technological needs.
• Provide financial insights and guidance to help IT leaders make informed decisions that align with overall business strategies.
• Support IT in prioritizing projects based on financial impact and strategic importance.

Forecasting and Budgeting:

• Lead the annual IT budgeting process, working with IT stakeholders to create realistic and achievable financial plans.
• Develop financial forecasts that consider both short-term and long-term IT initiatives and their impact on the organization's financial health.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Master degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance, with a focus on financial analysis, budgeting, and cost management.
• Solid understanding of IT operations, technologies, and project management.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and tools, like SAP4 Hana, Analyses for Office, Power BE and data visualization tools.
• Experience with IBM Apptio tooling is a preference.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively
• Fluency in Dutch (preference) and English, both verbal and written.

Join Our Team: If you are a results-driven finance professional with a passion for IT and the ability to bridge the gap between technology and finance, we invite you to apply. This role offers the opportunity to shape the financial strategies of our Damen Global Support and IT department and contribute to the overall success of our organization.

Why Damen?

Damen has 35 shipyards on five different continents and operates in more than 100 countries. We are still growing and that gives you options. You contribute to this growth while benefitting from the diverse development and career opportunities that our company offers. We will continue to challenge you. With our extensive portfolio of products and solutions you will never get bored and never stop learning. We offer you a world of possibilities. Working at Damen means contributing to the highest quality in shipbuilding, with an eye to the future and future generations. We want to make the world a better place by becoming the most sustainable maritime solution provider. For that, we need you. Become part of our family.

About Us

We are Damen. We’re a family company that has been building ships for almost 100 years. However, our focus is not on the past, however – we’re looking forward. Our ambition is to become the most sustainable and connected maritime solutions provider there is. To achieve this, we combine digital technology with our philosophy of standardised shipbuilding to offer a portfolio of services that takes care of vessels throughout the entire lifecycle. Working at Damen offers the best of several worlds. Active in more than 100 countries, with over 30 shipyards, we are internationally renowned for quality. And we are still growing, still innovating. Which means we will continue to challenge you. You will never stop learning, and you will never get bored – we promise you that. We offer you an ocean of possibilities. Join our family.