Business Controller
- Studley
- On-site
Do you want to shape financial success by partnering with local management to drive performance and execute key finance strategies?
The role
The Business Controller is responsible for advising local management on how to optimise financial performance and execute the financial strategy and policies for the LPR UK entity working closely with the Finance Manager.
Want to support a mission‑focused organisation by providing the financial insight that enables real impact?
Strategic Advising & Analysis
Drive informed decision‑making by providing targeted analysis on costs, pricing, transport and business performance.
- Deliver clear reports and KPIs aligned with management objectives
- Provide timely financial and management reporting
- Analyse data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
Budgeting & Forecasting
Own the planning, budgeting and forecasting process to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Coordinate financial and operational information flows
- Produce and maintain management reports and KPI dashboards
- Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities
Financial Analysis & Control
Strengthen financial performance and control in partnership with management and the Division Finance Director.
- Assess financial impact of investments and business initiatives
- Improve management information processes and budgeting tools
- Monitor variances and recommend corrective actions
- Implement and maintain strong financial and operational controls
- Support and validate business plans across departments
Planning & Control Cycle
Enable effective financial steering by managing the full planning and control cycle.
- Guide the development of annual financial plans and budgets
- Track performance and ensure timely management reporting
- Maintain robust financial and operational control processes
Ad‑hoc Support
Contribute to special projects and analyses as needed.
Great Place to Work
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Diverse international environment
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Career development opportunities
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Circularity and sustainability
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Social responsibility
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Innovation and Technology
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Continuous improvement
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A great place to work
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Meaningful work
Skills & Requirements
You
You have a proven track record in financial analysis and stakeholder management, and you excel at turning complex data into clear, actionable insights. Furthermore, you bring strong communication skills, a deep understanding of controlling best practices, and a strategic, business‑oriented mindset. Moreover, you are a collaborative and approachable partner to the business, capable of aligning financial processes with organisational objectives while supporting a culture of continuous improvement, transparency, and performance.
Further:
- Master’s degree in Finance, Controlling, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent in experience).
- Professional qualification such as CIMA, ACCA or ACA
- Strong understanding of logistics, supply chain or distribution environments (experience in these sectors is a plus).
- Advanced Excel / Working knowledge with ERP (SAP, Sage,…) and Business
Intelligence tools
Our offer
This position at La Palette Rouge offers you a lot of freedom and room for your own input. In addition to these elements, we also offer you:
- A competitive salary
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Working on circular solutions within an enthusiastic and ambitious team
- Access to EAP services and 24/7 services and on-line GP access
- Free monthly breakfasts and regular wellbeing events
- Free on-site parking
About the company
Euro Pool Group (EPG) consists of two divisions: Euro Pool System (EPS) and La Palette Rouge (LPR), each with their own expertise in the field of pooling packaging solutions. Together, we are the largest logistics service provider of reusable standard packaging in Europe.
By sharing the benefits of our reusable packaging solutions with our customers and stakeholders, we contribute to the transition towards a circular economy. Our essential role in the fresh fruit and vegetable supply chain makes it a familiar sight in supermarkets and various retail outlets in Europe. With a strong focus on sustainability and IT developments, Euro Pool Group's circular supply chain solutions play a pivotal role in reducing environmental impact and creating a greener future for the industry.
La Palette Rouge has more than 350 employees working at over 135 service centers that sort, inspect, and repair our pallets in 15 countries. We collect the pallets at nearly 32,000 collection points throughout Europe, with over 118 million pallet movements per year. For more information, visit our website https://www.lpr.eu/.
Together, we can shape a circular supply chain for a better future!
Euro Pool Group takes full responsibility for our actions and decisions. As part of our selection process, a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) is required upon acceptance of the job offer (costs will be reimbursed).
Let's shape a sustainable future together. Apply now!
We invite both internal and external applicants for this position, with internal candidates being given priority in case of equal suitability.
-Founded in France in 1992 and specialized in the management and rental of pallets for food manufacturers and European distributors.
-By working together, we will achieve our goal of reducing our CO2 emissions per movement by 20% by 2025.
-In 2020, we made the decision to only use wood for our pallets that comes from PEFC Chain of Custody certified forests.
-With more than 135 service centres in Europe, we are able to deliver and collect our pallets anywhere, at any time.
-We have been recognized for our environmental, social, and responsible actions in the day-to-day performance of our activities. With our "Platinum" rating, LPR is among the top 1% of companies in terms of CSR performance.
-Through new technologies and knowledge, we were able to lower our washing temperature in 2022 which resulted in significant reduction of between 47% and 52% in our gas consumption.
-In 2017 we agreed that we want to reduce our carbon footprint by 20% by 2025 by implementing several improvement projects.
Amy Richards | Contact Person
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