Job Description

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.
Controlling Business Partner Infrastructure
Requisition ID:  10334
Posting Start Date:  03/10/2025

Function

 

Elia's mission is to act as a key facilitator in the energy transition by building and operating a reliable, sustainable, and efficient power grid. The company is dedicated to decarbonizing Europe by delivering the necessary power infrastructure and shaping the European energy markets. Elia aims to create value for society by ensuring continuous electricity supply, meeting the evolving needs of consumers, and innovating to enhance safety and efficiency in the changing energy landscape.

 

Within the Finance division, the Controlling organization is an essential partner of the company and its divisions in achieving its strategic objectives. Our main goal is creating value for the company and its stakeholders. To achieve this, we advise business, optimize the resources allocation, monitor performance, train the organization on financial topics and check that the accounting, analytical and regulatory framework is respected.

 

As Controlling Business Partner for our division Infrastructure, you will manage

in close partnership with the Business all financial controlling activities from A-Z in accordance with group and ETB policies and procedures, in order to enrich business planning & initiatives, support data-driven decision-making, and contribute to driving business profitability. This also includes the set-up of a newly project cost controlling team in order to enhance best practices within Elia and ensure that-from a cost perspective, Elia projects are delivered on time, in full, and in line with predefined budgets.

You will act as a trusted advisor to the Executive and the Senior Management of the business, providing business insights and supporting decision-making within the Infra division in order to drive financial performance and strategic growth and help align financial strategies with the broader company objectives and drive resource allocation within the division.

 

More specifically, your keys tasks will be to:

  • support, co-develop and challenge business plans from a budget and controlling perspective, and act as a proactive keeper of performance.
  • implement the annual plan in relation to the forecasts and budgets of the department and plan, organize, execute, and monitor the budgeting cycle taking into account past and future business and strategic goals and decisions.
  • in close collaboration with financial and regulatory controlling, analyze and evaluate financial performance and current resource allocation, identify gaps and potential risks, prepare KPI’s, dashboards, reports and proposals with appropriate preventive, mitigative and/or corrective measures (e.g., profit plans, cost saving measures, resource optimization, improvement opportunities etc.).
  • intervene as a trusted advisor/sparring partner for Management at ETB and Elia Group level, challenge internal clients, and enrich the decision-making process based on functional expertise and in-depth knowledge of controlling. Bridge financial reporting and strategic advisory through modelling, analysis, storytelling and data-driven insights to support business leaders in decision-making (& challenging of future decisions), in line with Elia strategy
  • Manage and monitor financial/operational risks, implement internal controls for compliance and integrity, and act as an early warning system for potential issue
  • Monitor, contribute to, update and/or (re-)formulate policies, processes, and procedures in line with Elia’s finance strategy.
  • Build and manage a team of project cost controllers

Your Profile

  • You have a Master's degree in technical engineering, (applied) economics,  commercial engineering,…
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in Controlling and/or Infrastructure projects,
  • Strong knowledge of controlling and accounting principles; experience with regulations is a plus.
  • Proficiency in financial management software and advanced MS Excel skills. Knowledge of SAP is a plus.
  • Proven people management capabilities
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; empathic, assertive but diplomatic;
  • Fluent in Dutch or French and English.

Offer

 

Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results. 
Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance. 
Vacation: You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment). 
Social fund: Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs. 
Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement. 
Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill. 
Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget. 
Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price. 
 

Location

 

Keizerslaan 20 - 1000 Brussels.

5 minutes from the central station. 

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

  • A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
  • Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost.  At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
  • Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
  • A diverse team of passionate colleagues: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!
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