Business Controller - Romania

About Mr. Marine

Mr. Marine is a TICC (“Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance”) service provider in the maritime industry, focused on electrical-mechanical shipboard equipment.

Since 2002, Mr. Marine has been serving ships worldwide. With a global network of 150 technicians present in 350+ ports, we ensure vessels’ safety and compliance 24/7, delivering excellent customer service, and exceeding our customers’ expectations.

• Mr. Marine Elevator is the global leader in marine elevators servicing, performing jobs from Annual Safety Inspections to modernizations.

• Mr. Marine Ballast ensures the vessels' compliance with the BWT Convention.

• Mr. Marine Instruments & Controls is at your disposal for fire and gas detection, test and calibration equipment, marine automation and instruments, among others.

Mr. Marine 's mission is simple and clear: keeping vessels safe and compliant, anywhere in the world. It is all we do. In a fun and safe working environment, tackling everything with integrity and entrepreneurial spirit. We feel a strong sense of responsibility to our customers. This commitment shows in the way our customer base is growing worldwide.

We are your global beacon, serving your vessel anywhere in the world.

Why Mr. Marine?

Mr. Marine is a successful and fast-growing company (>20% year-on-year revenue growth), with a strong international, young, and lively culture. At Mr. Marine, you will join a global team of ambitious, internationally-minded, hands-on professionals. You will be part of a dynamic environment, consistently exposed to new challenges and opportunities to stimulate your professional development. We welcome new ideas and initiatives, investing in your education and growth. You will have the opportunity to build a unique career, fueled by our global scale, support, and inclusive culture. Join our smart, diligent, and fun team to excel in your career!

General

This position is open for our office in Romania. The Business Controller in a global maritime TIC (Testing, Inspection, and Certification) business supports financial and operational goals by delivering timely, data-driven insights tailored to the complexity of high transaction volumes across multiple regions. This role works closely with the accounting team in a Shared Service Center (SSC) and collaborates remotely with business units worldwide, requiring a high level of proficiency in Excel and Power BI to provide transparent, actionable financial insights

Job Description

The Business Controller plays a crucial role in our financial operations, providing data-driven insights to support global business units. Working closely with our Shared Service Center (SSC), the Business Controller manages high-volume financial analyses, budgeting, and forecasting, leveraging advanced Excel and Power BI skills.

This position reports directly to the CFO.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

• Conduct in-depth financial analyses of high-transaction operations, collaborating with the SSC accounting team to ensure data accuracy across multiple regions.

• Build and maintain complex financial models in Excel, focusing on revenue forecasting, margin analysis, and transaction trend analysis.

• Develop Power BI dashboards to offer real-time insights into metrics like revenue per transaction, regional performance, and operational costs, making data accessible for remote stakeholders.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes, accounting for high transaction volumes and regional differences unique to the global maritime TIC business.

• Collaborate with SSC and operational teams to project revenue, costs, and resource needs, ensuring alignment with global financial goals.

• Use Excel and Power BI to streamline budget processes, create rolling forecasts, and provide accessible, real-time insights for business leaders.

Business Partnering and Decision Support:

• Act as a strategic financial advisor to operations and senior management, providing data-driven recommendations that address the complexities of a high-volume, global business.

• Support business planning for new projects by analyzing financial impacts across regions and transaction types, and collaborating with remote teams to enhance strategic outcomes.

• Work closely with SSC and regional teams to identify and address financial challenges specific to each geography, driving improved financial performance.

Power BI and Data Visualization:

• Design and refine Power BI dashboards to consolidate large datasets from multiple sources, offering insights into KPIs such as regional revenue, compliance metrics, and processing efficiency.

• Use Power BI’s capabilities to highlight trends and outliers within high-volume data, enabling proactive management of regional financial activities.

• Ensure consistency in Power BI data sources, granting SSC and remote teams access to real-time insights for informed decision-making.

Process Improvement and Automation:

• Lead process improvement initiatives to handle and analyze large transaction volumes more effectively, utilizing advanced Excel functions (e.g., Power Query, pivot tables, VBA) to automate workflows.

• Drive finance digitization efforts in the SSC, reducing manual data handling and enhancing data accuracy across high-volume operations.

• Standardize financial processes and reporting to ensure SSC and regional alignment with global standards and best practices.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Oversee compliance across high-transaction regions, working with SSC teams to uphold adherence to regulations and corporate policies.

• Strengthen internal controls within the SSC to ensure audit readiness and data integrity within the high-volume environment.

• Participate in audits by providing consistent, clear data from Excel and Power BI, and support corrective actions as needed.

Function requirements

• Education & Experience: Relevant postgraduate degree (such as a Master’s degree) in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with a minimum of 4 years of professional experience in a similar position. OR relevant undergraduate degree (such as a Bachelor’s degree) in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with at least 7 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting in high-volume environments.

• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel, including data modelling, Power Query, and VBA for automation. Proficiency in Power BI for creating interactive dashboards and managing large datasets, with a focus on high-volume data visualization.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Requires experience working with cross-functional teams in a Shared Service Center (SSC) environment and coordinating remotely with global business units.

• Language: Fluent in English, with strong communication skills for effective collaboration with international teams.

• Other Requirements: An EU passport or an existing work permit for Romania is required.

Competencies

Aligned with our values and culture, the ideal candidate demonstrates the following characteristics:

• Analytical Precision: Diligent and detail-oriented, with a data-driven approach to problem-solving and a high level of accuracy in handling complex datasets.

• Self-Starter: Proactive, able to operate with minimal supervision, and shows initiative in optimizing financial processes.

• Effective Communicator: Strong ability to communicate complex data insights clearly and collaboratively, ensuring alignment across remote teams.

• Dependable: Reliable and organized, consistently delivering on financial objectives and contributing to a culture of accountability and excellence.