Job Specifications
Euroconsumers is a global leader in consumer empowerment, uniting six national consumer organisations in Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Brazil and Poland giving voice to a total of more than 6 millions people. Through independent testing, market research, legal enforcement, and strategic partnerships, Euroconsumers works to ensure consumer safety, fair markets, and transparent relationships between consumers, businesses, and institutions.
Euroconsumers is undergoing a major strategic and organisational transformation, transitioning to a more modern, consumer-centric business model supported by improved reporting, new KPIs, and enhanced financial steering at both Group and country level.
Job Description
Reporting directly to the CFO, the Group Finance Business Partner plays an essential role in driving Euroconsumers’ strategic transformation by building robust financial reporting structures, modern budgeting processes, and performance-oriented steering tools.
This role acts as a key business partner to Group Management, Country Managers, and Local finance Managers, ensuring that financial insights shape strategic decisions, operational efficiency, and long-term growth across the organisation.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Financial Steering
Provide strong financial support in the roll-out of Euroconsumers’ renewed strategy.
Lead the long-term planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for the entire Organization.
Assess profitability across business activities and propose strategic opportunities, quick wins, and efficiency gains.
Contribute to the definition of new KPIs adapted to the evolving business model.
Business Partnering
Support Group departments and Country teams in achieving their financial targets.
Build trust-based, collaborative relationships with Local finance Managers and business leaders.
Challenge assumptions constructively and ensure corrective actions on budget deviations.
Reporting & Performance Management
Develop and professionalize management reporting tools that support strategic execution and monitor financials performance.
Implement a tailor-made KPI framework aligned with the new business model.
Evaluate performance, compare results against budget, and prepare clear insights for decision-making.
Translate financial data into actionable insights that support strategic and operational decisions.
Contribute to the future selection and implementation of BI and analytical tools.
Finance Function Development
Support the CFO in strengthening and modernizing the finance function.
Standardize and optimize processes, structures, and procedures for operational excellence.
Collaborate closely with Local finance Managers to elevate financial support capabilities.
Communicate effectively across the organisation regarding financial initiatives and expectations.
Qualifications
You have a master’s degree in economics, Finance or related field;
You have a relevant experience (at least 5-10 years) in Controlling or Auditing;
Experience working in a matrix organisation and leading cross-functional projects;
Strong analytical and critical mindset, able to translate complexity into actionable insights;
Skilled in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis;
Fluent in English; knowledge of French and/or Dutch is an asset;
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities.
Ability to challenge constructively and influence decision-making.
Able to work with autonomy, adaptability, and resilience in a rapidly evolving environment.
Our offer
Undetermined contract full time 36hours per week
A varied job where you can use your competences in the service of a group with an international image.
The opportunity to contribute to a mission with both social importance and a strong international reputation.
A pleasant working atmosphere with exciting challenges and development opportunities.
An interesting salary supplemented with various extra-legal benefits.
Great accessibility (near the Brussels South railway station)
Homeworking
Interested?
Send your CV and motivation letter to Nina De Backer, by e-mail to job@test-aankoop.be
About the Company
Gathering five national consumer organisations and giving voice to a total of more than 6 million people in Italy (Altroconsumo), Belgium (Test Aankoop), Spain (OCU), Portugal (DecoProteste) and Brazil (Proteste), Euroconsumers is the world's leading consumer cluster in innovative information, personalised services and defence of consumer rights. Our European member organisations are part of the umbrella network of BEUC, the European Consumer Organisation. Together we advocate for EU policies that benefit consumers in their ...
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