Financial Controller M/V/X

Beschrijving van de functie

The Financial Controller contributes to the reliability of financial reporting, performance monitoring, and cost analysis within the organization. Working closely with operational teams and under the supervision of the Controlling Manager, the role supports informed decision-making by providing accurate, timely, and meaningful financial insights

Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is a subsidiary of Safran Aircraft Engines, based at Brussels Airport (Zaventem and Steenokkerzeel, Belgium), specialized in the inspection, maintenance and repair (MRO) of the advanced LEAP jet engines that power the latest generation of the Airbus A320NEO & Boeing B737MAX narrow body families. The company is a key player in the integrated CFM international MRO network. With more than 75 years of experience, and up to 20 international Part 145 certifications (EASA/ FAA/ CAAC/ .), Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is recognized as a worldwide center of expertise in the air transport industry. More than a 100 airlines, lessors, private aircraft operators and MRO partners have entrusted their engines to our company. We employ over 500 highly skilled, passionate and enthusiastic employees.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Contribute to the reliability of financial processes and reporting, ensuring accurate measurement of business performance in line with Group policies and internal control requirements.
• Assist in the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of financial systems and tools, helping ensure consistency, efficiency, and alignment with corporate guidelines.
• Support the accuracy and governance of standard costing and full-costing processes, including regular updates, data validation, and methodological adherence.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, key performance indicators, and variance analyses (actuals vs. budget/forecast), providing structured insights to management.
• Act as a Finance partner for operational teams, helping translate financial data into operational implications and supporting performance discussions.
• Participate in month-end closing activities, including accruals, cost and revenue analysis, variance review, and preparation of supporting documentation in line with Group deadlines.
• Contribute to management presentations, business reviews, and financial dashboards, ensuring clarity, consistency, and data integrity.
• Analyze shop-visit financial data, support productivity improvement follow-up, and collaborate with operational stakeholders to ensure proper understanding of financial outcomes.
• Perform financial modeling and business analyses to support decision-making, scenario evaluations, and risk/opportunity assessments.
• Operate under the supervision of the Controlling Manager, who will provide methodological guidance, validation, and strategic direction across all assigned responsibilities.

Jouw profiel

Your profile:

• Master's degree in Finance or Economics
• 1 to 3 years of experience in audit, financial analysis, management accounting, or performance measurement, with good understanding of costing principles and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookup functions).
• Familiarity with SAP and Power BI is a plus.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills in French and English with the ability to interact with both financial and operational stakeholders.
• Proactive, curious, capable of working autonomously.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Collaborative and open to feedback.
• Accuracy and reliability of financial analyses and reporting.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with operational teams.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Belgium, holding either an EU passport or a valid work & residence permit. Please note that we do not provide assistance with visa or permit applications

Taalvaardigheden

• Frans (troef)

  • Begrijpen : Basis (A)
  • Schrijven : Basis (A)
  • Lezen : Basis (A)
  • Spreken : Basis (A)

• Engels (troef)

  • Begrijpen : Basis (A)
  • Schrijven : Basis (A)
  • Lezen : Basis (A)
  • Spreken : Basis (A)

Voordelen van de betrekking

Our offer:

• Gross monthly salary
• Company Car & fuel card
• Meal vouchers
• Expense allowance
• Days reduction working time
• Individual Bonus
• End of year bonus
• Vacation bonus
• Bonus Profit Sharing (CLA 90)
• Hospital insurance & Pension plan insurance
• Eco-vouchers, gift vouchers and Benefits at Work

You can also count on support throughout your career and appropriate theoretical and practical training, all in a stimulating, international environment with plenty of career opportunities.

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