Business Controller (m/f/d)

About the role

Eurofins Scientific, an international life sciences company offering analytical testing services, is looking for a Business Controller in Budapest. You will monitor and analyse business performance, support budgeting and forecasting, and give financial insights to local leadership and senior management, working closely with other business functions.

Key responsibilities

• Review monthly P&L results and key performance indicators, identifying variances, errors and improvement opportunities.
• Analyse actual results against budget and forecast, develop corrective action plans and monitor their implementation.
• Prepare and coordinate monthly performance reviews and management reporting.
• Monitor working capital indicators (DSO, DPO, DIO) against targets.
• Support the annual budget and forecasts (P&L, CAPEX, working capital, operating expenses) and develop financial scenarios and cash flow forecasts.
• Define and maintain cost allocation rules, accounting principles and business structures, and monitor cost centres.
• Work with business teams on operational KPIs, support invoicing and internal cost recharges, and take part in procurement approvals.
• Support statutory and group audits, monitor receivables and doubtful debts, and manage local insurance requirements.

Required profile

• At least 5 years of experience in Controlling or Business Controlling.
• Solid background in finance and accounting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and data analysis skills, with good understanding of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Confident command of English, written and spoken.
• Ability to work with business functions and senior stakeholders, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Experience with TM1, Coupa or similar financial/procurement systems is an advantage.