Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

Knauf Insulation is proud to be part of the Knauf Group, a global manufacturer of construction materials. Our division is approaching 50 years of heritage in manufacturing insulation, with a growing global reach in 40 countries and ambitious goals for the future. We are looking for passionate, ambitious people to join our 6,000-strong team and help us achieve these goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world.

The expansion of the Controlling Department means we are now looking to recruit a new Senior Corporate Controller in Visé (BEL) and reporting to the Head of Group Reporting & Controller.

Can you say ‘yes’?...

• Can you effectively manage budgeting, forecasting and analysis processes, ensuring data accuracy and meeting deadlines?
• Can you translate complex financial data into clear, compelling stories that engage and influence senior stakeholders?
• Can you leverage your expertise in tools like SAP, Tableau, or Excel to create impactful dashboards and reports that drive actionable insights?
• Do you have a proactive mindset and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and precision?
• Do you thrive on collaborating with diverse teams to analyze financial performance and uncover opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth that make a real impact?

As a Senior Corporate Controller, you will be responsible for the Controlling of the Central Functions of Knauf Insulation. You will be leading budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes to support strategic decision-making. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze financial performance. Beyond the numbers, you’ll have the opportunity to improve the business processes in your area of responsibility.

What you’ll be doing:

• Participate actively in Financial Closing and global analysis activities
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for senior management and various stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze financial performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth
• Process and prepare financial and operational data in an effective way
• Monitor performance indicators, highlight trends and analyze variances
• Work closely with the local controllers to analyze the Knauf Insulation financial performance
• Develop financial models and analyses for various strategic initiatives
• Ensure the integrity of financial data by maintaining and improving internal controls and processes
• Utilize advanced tools such as SAP, SAP-BW, Tableau or Excel to develop dashboards and reports that provide actionable insights to stakeholders

We are interested in you as a person; your attitude, behaviors and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.

What we’d love for you to have:

• A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
• A Master degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5-10 years of experience in a senior financial role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Proven skills in storytelling to convey financial information in an understandable way
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage parallel workstreams
• High standards of accuracy and precision
• Strong analytical skills and data literacy
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and databases for data analysis, modeling, and reporting
• Strong skills in PowerPoint for creating impactful presentations
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills to engage, influence and partner with your stakeholders

If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:

• Hands-on experience with SAP and SAP BW
  
• Expertise in Accounting principles and practices
• Familiarity with Tableau or similar data visualization tools

We will provide:

As this is a central, international position, the package and associated benefits will be those of the contract's host country. Our common criterion was to build a comprehensive salary package that stands out in the market.

On top of that, a dedicated time for personal development and potential for leadership training will be provided.

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within five working days.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I) reinforces our Knauf Insulation values of Making Tomorrow a Home for all of us. We are committed to creating a workplace where we all can thrive, whoever we are, and inspiring a culture of inclusion and innovation that will drive future business success. We do our best to make sure being at work feels like home. To learn more about our business and culture go here (People & Culture - Knauf Insulation Western Europe)

If there are any other ways that you need to receive this job information, please contact us on alice.haas@knaufinsulation.com.