Job Description

Dsv Vacancies – Business Controller

Business Controller – DSV Vacancies

Main Purpose of the Role
The Business Controller is responsible for analyzing P&L results (above EBITA) and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of monthly internal management accounts for the business unit. This role drives profitability and performance while acting as a trusted financial business partner to operations. The Controller provides guidance to management with clear, objective insights, supports accurate forecasting and budgeting, and prepares board packs and business cases to enable informed decision-making.

Tertiary Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Computer Literacy Level

• Advanced

Additional Computer Skills

• SAP ERP
• SAP SAC
• Advanced Excel

Job Related Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in financial controlling or accounting, preferably within the logistics industry
• Experience as a finance business partner, guiding non-financial managers on financial matters
• Strong technical knowledge of financial statements and reports (including IFRS)
• High attention to detail and logical approach
• Ability to deliver accurate results on time and meet requirements consistently
• Experience influencing and supervising employees indirectly in other departments
• Controls- and process-focused mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks with strong prioritization
• Proactive, self-starter and team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative problem-solving ability

Added Advantages

• ACCA, CIMA, or CA(SA) qualification or in progress
• Previous experience in a Shared Services environment
• Experience in Contract Logistics or Warehousing

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and present management accounts using SAP ERP/SAP SAC with detailed variance analysis and commentary
• Analyze site results and propose initiatives to improve profitability
• Organize and guide the budgeting process, preparing P&L budgets using SAP SAC
• Prepare rolling forecasts for business review and approval, reporting to Group or Regional Management
• Review and improve processes for work-in-progress estimation and gross profit reporting
• Reconcile billing systems with financial systems (SAP/Other)
• Monitor EBIT evolution and deliver accurate month-end forecasts
• Prepare and present operational and sales reports, client profitability analyses, and returns reports
• Act as primary liaison between the Shared Services Centre and Operations
• Drive net working capital improvements
• Validate SAP Controlling structures (cost centres) and ensure updates in SAP
• Analyze and report on staff costs, FTEs, and related metrics
• Represent the SSC in Local Management meetings
• Ensure compliance with financial processes by both Finance and Operations staff
• Assist with Group and Local statutory audits (IFRS) by providing required information
• Prepare special reports, including Board presentations
• Guide business decisions and strategy through scenario modeling, simulations, and business cases
• Conduct regular internal audit visits to business units, reporting findings, and ensuring corrective actions
• Drive business profitability and performance through P&L reviews, training, and operational support

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