Business Unit Controller

Finance & Administration

Full-time

Nieuw-Lekkerland

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for numbers, someone who understands the story behind the figures and wants to make an impact in a dynamic organization? Looking for a role where you can truly help drive the business forward? Then we’d love to hear from you!

What will you do?

As Business Unit Controller, you will be the financial sparring partner for the management of Bayards Yacht Structures and Bayards Aluminium Solutions. You will be based in Nieuw-Lekkerland and report directly to the CFO of Bayards Group. Your analyses and advice will directly contribute to the success of our projects and the strategic direction of the business units. Your responsibilities include:

Preparing and monitoring financial plans, budgets, and forecasts
Financial follow-up of ongoing projects in close collaboration with project managers and BU managers
Identifying risks (such as warranty issues) and discussing them with management
Cost control and identifying opportunities for savings
Creating clear reports and business analyses
Presenting financial insights to internal and external stakeholders
Contributing to process optimization and compliance
Setting up and improving the administrative organization and systems
Collaborating with various departments to achieve financial goals

Who are you and what do you bring?

A completed bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance or business economics
2 to 4 years of experience in a similar role within a project-driven organization
Strong analytical skills and a proactive attitude
Excellent communication skills: able to explain complex financial information clearly
Familiarity with financial software and ERP systems
Integrity, organizational awareness, and entrepreneurial spirit
Proficiency in Dutch and English, both written and spoken

What do we offer you?

You’ll join an innovative and growing organization where your financial insights truly make a difference. You help ensure our business units remain financially healthy and future-proof — with direct impact on our strategy and operations. We operate under the CAO Metalektro and offer an excellent package of employment conditions:

A competitive salary with attractive secondary benefits
27 vacation days + 13 additional days (ADV) based on full-time employment
A solid pension scheme according to the CAO Metalektro
An informal working atmosphere with short communication lines

Ready to make an impact with numbers?

Send your application to work@bayards.com and become part of the innovative and motivated team at Bayards Group. Do you have questions? Feel free to contact Eva Plomp, Manager HR & Recruitment. We look forward to hearing from you!

**For recruitment agencies**

We appreciate your interest, but we only work with our preferred suppliers. We are not open to interim or freelance solutions and are looking for candidates who want to commit to our family business for the long term. Unsolicited approaches, including phone calls, are not appreciated. Thank you for your understanding.

About Bayards

Bayards is a leading international company specializing in innovative, high-quality aluminum solutions. Since 1963, we have been experts in aluminum constructions, delivering advanced solutions for various sectors including offshore, civil infrastructure, yacht building, defense, transport, and architecture. Our expertise enables us to provide tailor-made products that meet the specific needs of our clients. We have 5 Business Units which are divided between the locations at Tholen, Nieuw-Lekkerland and IJsselmonde. Bayards is a family business with a nice atmosphere and attention to each other.