Job Title
Business Controller
Job Description
Vanderlande is the global market leader in baggage handling systems for airports and sorting systems for parcel and postal services. The company is also a leading supplier of warehouse automation solutions. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has over 6,000 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing order intake, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for value-added automated material handling solutions.
Business Controller – Marietta (Atlanta)
About the Role
The Business Controller is part of the North America Business Controlling team, a group of 15+ professionals supporting Vanderlande operations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. This individual plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting the overall financial health of the organization.
You will partner closely with business leaders to define financial objectives, drive performance improvements, and deliver actionable insights that enhance forecasting accuracy and business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze, consolidate, and report financial data across Service Contracts, Projects, Supply Chain, Factory, and Business Support, with a strong focus on Site-Based Services and Projects
- Identify and drive financial improvement opportunities across the business
- Initiate and lead continuous improvement projects, partnering cross-functionally to track and deliver measurable results
- Support Services Controlling, including site-based services, spare parts, and field services
- Support Project Controlling, ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting throughout the project lifecycle
- Partner with Sales on Sales Controlling initiatives, including:
- Project cash flow management
- Foreign currency exposure
- Local tax estimation
- Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures
- Collaborate with Shared Services teams to ensure quality and timeliness of administrative processes (e.g., invoicing)
- Monitor financial performance and maintain Latest Estimates (LE) in line with forecasting cycles and deadlines
- Provide financial guidance to ensure proper setup, execution, and reporting of projects and service contracts
- Participate in monthly financial reviews and forecasting discussions
- Contribute to ad hoc and strategic projects across North America and global teams
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Effective communicator and team player with strong organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
- Proactive, self-driven, and results-oriented mindset
- Demonstrates ownership and accountability for work and outcomes
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field (Master’s preferred)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Power BI preferred
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in a business controller or similar role in an international environment
- Experience in project-based or global organizations strongly preferred
Additional Information
This role may include participation in broader business initiatives and projects across the organization. Responsibilities may evolve over time to meet business needs.
Vanderlande is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
