Sr. Business Controller

As a Senior Business Controller, you are at the heart of Robeco’s decision‑making and performance management. You operate at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business execution, playing a pivotal role in translating data, insights, and forecasts into meaningful conversations that shape outcomes across the organization.

You act as a true finance business partner: curious about the business, confident in your expertise, and energized by engaging with stakeholders at all levels. You enjoy constructive dialogue, challenge assumptions respectfully, and influence outcomes through insight and credibility.

Department

The Senior Business Controller reports to the Head of Corporate Planning and is part of a team of 8 people, of which 3 are (senior) business controllers. Corporate Planning is part of the wider Business Control & Finance department, which also includes the Corporate Accounting and regional Finance teams located in Rotterdam, Zurich, and Hong Kong.

The Corporate Planning team is the center for global management reporting (incl Asset and Sales reporting activities); with independent tracking and reporting on all corporate financial and quantitative KPIs. Corporate Planning is responsible for the financial part of strategy tracking which includes multiyear & multi dimension as well as more in depth financial management reporting toward the Robeco Executive Committee, the Supervisory Board and senior management.

Teamwork is key to our success. We trust each other and help colleagues across the organization to excel. We are a professional, output‑oriented team with room for individuality, creativity, and flexibility.

Position & Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure high‑quality management information dashboards and KPI reporting for senior stakeholders
• Develop data-driven analyses and translate them into clear, actionable recommendations
• Lead integrated budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Partner with senior leaders across Sales & Marketing, Investments, Operations and Technology
• Challenge the business constructively by providing objective financial insights, risk assessments, performance trends, and scenario analysis
• Act as a sparring partner in business cases, particularly to IT Portfolio management and in strategic initiatives across departments
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) processes, data flows, and tools
• Promote collaboration between finance, operations, technology, and commercial teams, fostering an engaged and performance‑focused culture

What We Are Looking For

• At least 7 years of work experience in Business Control or Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Relevant academic education (e.g., Finance, Economics, Business Administration)
• Proven track record at a multinational; experience in Financial Services is a plus
• You enjoy and master business partnering — building trust, providing insights, and challenging stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset, awareness of business impact, and a proactive attitude toward continuous improvement
• Curiosity for technology and digital innovation
• Team player who enjoys working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams

Eligibility: Candidates must live in the EU and have a valid EU work permit

We Offer

• A healthy work–life balance, supported by 34 vacation days and hybrid working arrangements
• A modern, spacious office directly opposite Rotterdam Central Station, making sustainable commuting easy and including a 1st‑class NS train subscription
• Attractive development opportunities, enabling you to grow professionally while contributing to Robeco’s long‑term ambitions
• An informal, energetic, and highly motivated team that values trust, collaboration, and shared success
• Competitive remuneration that is attractive and closely aligned with performance

About Robeco as an employer

As a Dutch asset manager operating globally, Robeco has always combined the best of both worlds. We have global reach and ambitions, while retaining our head office in our hometown of Rotterdam.

Employees at Robeco share that combination: we hire and nurture people who can think internationally and put the client first, while keeping their feet firmly on the ground. We have strong links with academia, which underpin the research in our robust quantitative and sustainability investing strategies.

We offer an informal and flexible office atmosphere that gives people the room to be themselves, to grow and to perform to the best of their ability.