Business Controller

As Senior Business Controller IT, you oversee financial activities within the IT organisation, bringing structure to budgets, transparency to costs, and a financial framework that supports informed decision‑making. Working closely with the CIO and a small team, you coordinate with IT, Finance, Procurement and Group IT to build reliable, future‑ready financial processes.

At Equans, we believe that diverse talents strengthen our teams. We actively build an inclusive work environment where everyone feels welcome, can be themselves, and we encourage everyone to apply.

Your work location: Phoenix Brussels – Equans headquarters

Zoom on the job:

• formulate and administer the IT department’s budget, forecast and actuals, and perform variance analyses with clear tracking and reporting of financial metrics
• oversee IT expenditures, identify opportunities for cost optimisation, and support the use of cost‑effective practices through cost‑benefit analyses and monitoring of cost drivers
• supervise the financial aspects of IT projects, ensuring structured follow‑up and delivery within agreed budget parameters
• ensure timely and accurate rebilling to IT internal customers and maintain the IT Belux rebilling framework
• manage and optimise operational and capital expenditures through structured Opex and Capex planning and control
• prepare and present financial reports for senior management, including insights and well‑grounded recommendations
• ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies
• work closely with IT and finance teams to align financial objectives with broader business goals
• facilitate financial discussions that support alignment and shared understanding across departments
• provide the IT community with appropriate tools to support financial and budget processes
• act as the main contact for procurement‑related topics, including purchase orders, ordering and vendor management

Come as you are, ideally with:

• a master’s or bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field
• at least 7 years of experience in financial management, experience in IT business controlling is a plus.
• proficiency in financial software such as SAP and analytical tools
• solid knowledge of IT financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, recharging, Opex and Capex management
• familiarity with financial reporting standards and financial documentation practices
• a structured and detail‑oriented way of working, with attention to accuracy and completeness
• the ability to guide a small team, encourage collaboration, and support IT cost topics with clarity
• analytical skills to connect overall objectives with detailed financial data
• fluency in English and at least one Belgian national language, Dutch or French

What if you became Senior Business Controller at Equans?

For you this means:

• a market rate salary in line with your education and experience 
• interesting training and career opportunities 
• group- & hospitalization insurance 
• eco & meal vouchers, representation allowance, 13th month, holiday pay 
• electrical lease car, bicycle lease plan 
• smartphone with subscription, internet fee 
• additional paid leave, seniority leave, homeworking 
• discounts through Benefits@Work (culture, sports, travel, and more)