Group Business Controller
Join a high-growth SaaS organization, evolve the Business Control function, and make a tangible impact through your insights and initiatives in an entrepreneurial setting.
About Assessio
Assessio is one of the largest Talent Assessment suppliers in the Nordics as well as in the Netherlands. As a SaaS company, we provide our services through internally developed SaaS platforms. We are 140+ dedicated co-workers who share our vision of Zero Talent Waste.
We strive to contribute to an effective and fair labor market where everyone is assessed based on equal, relevant terms. Where potential is valued, and organizations find the talent they need.
Job Description
Here lies a great opportunity to join a high-growth SaaS organization, evolve the Business Control function, and make a tangible impact through your insights and initiatives in an entrepreneurial setting. Based in our Amsterdam office, you will play a pivotal role within Assessio Netherlands Management Team, contributing to key decisions, shaping strategies, and influencing the direction of our operations in the region. Your insights and expertise will be invaluable as we navigate the challenges and opportunities in our Dutch region, ensuring alignment with our broader strategic goals. As we forge ahead with our Buy and Build approach, the potential for your career growth is immense.
About the Team
Given that our Business Control team, which includes the Head of Group Business Control and a Group Business Controller, operates from our Swedish HQ as part of the Group function, you'll play a crucial role in establishing and enhancing performance management for our Dutch operations. Business control leads the charge in steering performance and guiding the company's trajectory, making certain that each decision resonates with our primary objectives.
What we offer
- A pleasant working atmosphere with 45 colleagues in the Netherlands, 15 in Romania and 100 in the Nordics where quality and professionalism are key.
- An appropriate salary, depending on study, background and work experience.
- 25 vacation days, travel allowance a pension plan and a group bonus.
- Freedom to plan your own work and own responsibility to attract work to yourself.
- Plenty of opportunities for personal development and training.
- Informal atmosphere and short lines of communication.
- Bram the masseur who comes by once a month.
Who we are looking for
We're in search of a dynamic Group Business Controller with a keen understanding or interest of the SaaS landscape . You should bring a blend of analytical prowess, financial acumen, strategic thinking, and a hands-on approach to execution. Your ability to dive into the details and directly manage tasks is as crucial as your strategic insights.
Your background should demonstrate a proven track record in financial modeling, performance management, and data-driven decision-making. You're not just about crunching numbers; you understand the story they tell and can translate that into actionable insights for the business. Collaboration is second nature to you, and you're great at working with cross-functional teams to drive results.
In this role, you'll be expected to stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring our financial strategies and performance metrics align with the ever-evolving SaaS market dynamics.
Main Responsibilities
- Orchestrating, monitoring, and distributing KPIs that align with our strategic imperatives
- Leading Assessio's pivot towards a data-centric operational model
- Acting as a strategic liaison to key stakeholders and team members
- Refining and automating processes to boost organizational effectiveness
- Taking an active role in shaping budgetary and forecasting frameworks
- Staying ahead the curve of industry trends in SaaS, BI, and controlling to integrate cutting-edge practices
- Crafting incisive analyses for C-suite consumption and broader organizational guidance
- Undertaking ad-hoc analyses to facilitate informed, strategic decision-making
Who are you?
Educational & Professional Background:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Group Business Controller, or in a similar role, preferably in the SaaS or tech industry.
Technical & Industry-Specific Skills:
We think you wil enjoy this role if you like to spend your time on:
- Financial data analysis, budgeting, and performance metrics.
- BI tools like Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
- Advanced Excel challenges, including pivot tables, vlookups, and financial modeling.
- The SaaS business model, including its unique financial and operational challenges.
- Conduct performance reviews and communicate performance
We believe this personal attributes will help you succeed in the role
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex financial data in clear terms to non-financial stakeholders.
- A proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate potential financial issues and recommend solutions.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work cross-functionally.
- Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
Our recruitment process
Does this sound like the right job for you? Send us your application today!
To make sure we give everyone a fair chance and base our decisions on data, not gut feeling, we always start a process with an eassessment. You will complete two tests: a problem-solving test (Matrigma) and a personality test (MAP). It will take you approximately 30 minutes – and you get a quick response from our side after completing. You will find more info about the process at our Career Site.
We look forward to getting in touch!
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Christoffer Brodin, Christoffer.Brodin@assessio.se.
- Department
- Finance & Operations
- Locations
- Amsterdam
- Remote status
- Hybrid Remote
About Assessio Group
We are one of the largest Talent Assessment suppliers in the Nordics as well as in the Netherlands. As a SaaS company, we provide our services through internally developed SaaS platforms.
We are 140 dedicated co-workers who share our vision of Zero Talent Waste. We strive to contribute to an effective and fair labor market where everyone is assessed based on equal, relevant terms. Where potential is valued and organizations find the talent they need.
Our platforms and products assist our clients to make effective, fair, and transparent people decisions in recruitment and Talent Management processes.
Group Business Controller
Join a high-growth SaaS organization, evolve the Business Control function, and make a tangible impact through your insights and initiatives in an entrepreneurial setting.
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