About the Role
BeschrijvingResponsibilities Controlling Commercial Analyst - TemporaryAs Commercial Controlling Analyst, you operate at the heart of the commercial organization. Your responsibilities include:
Own financial performance for a strategic sourcing portfolio, including P&L, working capital, and forecasting
Lead month-end close and outlook processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
Act as a financial sparring partner to commercial and procurement teams, challenging pricing and buying decisions
Provide insights on commodity price risk management, contract coverage, and margin development
Prepare dashboards, KPI scorecards, and performance insights for key decision-making forums
Monitor intercompany flows and receivables
Drive efficiency improvements and ensure compliance with internal control requirements
Collaborate closely with shared service centers and cross-functional stakeholders
Organisation & stakeholders
You will be part of a global finance function, within a planning and operations controlling team responsible for the financial aspects of a strategic sourcing and supply chain domain.
You will collaborate closely with:
Commercial and procurement teams
Supply chain, planning, and R&D stakeholders
Shared Service Centers
Finance business partners and controlling teams
RequirementsRequirements Commercial Controlling Analyst - TemporaryWe are looking for a proactive, hands-on finance professional who thrives in a complex, fast-paced environment.
You bring:
5–7 years of relevant experience in commercial finance, procurement finance, or supply chain finance (FMCG or manufacturing preferred)
Strong experience with month-end close, forecasting, and working capital management
Advanced Excel skills (must-have)
SAP knowledge (basic to intermediate level required)
Experience in commodity-driven or volatile environments is a strong plus
Solid understanding of intercompany processes
Strong stakeholder management skills and a pragmatic, ownership-driven mindset
Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
Fluent English (Dutch is a plus)
SalarisThe offer Controlling Commercial Analyst - TemporaryThis is a temporary role for 6 months, starting on 23 March 2026, for 38 hours per week, with the possibility to extend up to 9 months. For this position, a temporary contract via Independent Flex will be offered - freelance or ZZP arrangements are not an option. The salary offered will be between €4700 to €5700 per month, based on a 38-hour working week.
What happens next? Within four working days, we will inform you whether you qualify for the position. We will schedule an introductory meeting, either digitally or in person. In this meeting, we will provide you with as much information as possible about the vacancy, the company, and the next steps in the process. In consultation with you, we will introduce you to our client and continue to support you throughout the application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruiters. Each recruiter has a strong focus on their own area of expertise, making them the ideal sparring partner for both the candidate and the client.
Tech Stack
commercial financeprocurement financesupply chain financeExcelSAPP&L managementworking capitalforecasting