Business Analyst

Job Summary

Functional Reporting Line: Finance Director 
Position opened at: Tetra Pak Cheese and Powder Systems BV, Heerenveen

The main purpose of the role is to:
We are seeking a Business Analyst to ensure accurate and reliable financial oversight for our site in Heerenveen, focusing on enhancing financial reporting, supporting budgeting and forecasting, providing essential financial guidance to the local team, and actively supporting the books closing process leading to better quality of site financials in the area of efficiency.

This is a permanent position based in Heerenveen, Netherlands. 

What you will do

Main tasks and activities:
In this role, you will be active primarily in three key areas for the local site:

1.    General Controlling: here your main focus areas will be:

• Updating and monitoring predefined reports with accurate and current financial data
• Conducting ad hoc analyses of key P&L categories based on materiality and significant changes.
• Assisting site leaders and departments with financial oversight, including the interpretation of financial data relevant to their areas of responsibility
• Collaborating with other finance professionals (e.g., Business Controllers, Finance HUB, auditors) to provide financial insights for the local site.

2.    Books Closing – We close books almost every month. Although you won’t directly manage the books closing process, you will play a key supporting role by:

• Ensuring the accurate recognition of Project Sales/Costs through analysis of project outcomes, identifying material variances, and addressing any issues within the books closing process.
• Verifying costing data (e.g., hours reported, committed costs) to ensure completeness and accuracy during the closing process.
• Reconciling intercompany data to ensure alignment with internal reporting across various entities.

3.    Budgeting/Forecasting – You will coordinate the annual budget process and three year-end forecasts by:

• Collaborating with Category Controllers and local leaders to gather relevant financial inputs.
•  Preparing and completing budget and forecast reports according to internal processes.
• Analyzing variances between actuals and budget/forecast figures to ensure robust financial control and accurate reporting.

We believe you have

•    University degree (BSc or equivalent) in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent
•    Analytical Thinking & attention to details: Strong ability to analyze financial data and precision in their revision and maintenance
•    Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of accounting, financial reporting, and controlling practices. 
•    Communication & Collaboration Skills: Effective at conveying financial insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders and strong team player
•    Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office, especially Microsoft Excel. Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools is a plus
•    Adaptability & Ownership: Flexible and able to manage changing priorities, takes initiative and ownership of responsibilities, driving continuous improvement.

Team Collaboration:
You will work within a hybrid structure, interacting with both remote and on-site teams. Your manager and a broader team of Business Controllers and finance professionals will be based remotely, providing virtual guidance, support, and collaboration on various financial tasks. While much of your collaboration will occur remotely, you will also engage directly with business leaders on-site at Heerenveen for data collection, financial advisory, and project support.
Although you will provide financial oversight and advisory to local stakeholders, you are not expected to solely manage these relationships. Effective communication is key, raising any complex issues to your remote manager or other finance professionals when necessary.