Finance Bussiness Partner

Purpose

The Finance Business Partner provides leadership in financial management, planning, and financial oversight for all Benelux projects and related programs. The role ensures adherence to approved policies, procedures, and Bunzl Standards, with the aim of delivering accurate, timely, and reliable financial reporting.

Reporting

The Finance Business Partner operates independently and reports directly to the Finance Director Benelux of Bunzl.

Tasks and responsibilities

You are co-responsible for:
- The overall project deliverables, steering, and execution of your assigned projects.
- Managing stakeholders across the operating companies (opco’s), Benelux DT, and Bunzl Plc.

As a Finance Business Partner, you play a pivotal role in delivering accurate financial insights and decision support. You work closely with cross‑functional teams, leveraging data‑driven analysis to assist the Benelux DT. Your ability to build and maintain financial models is essential to support planning, forecasting, and evaluating cost‑ and revenue‑related initiatives.

Effective influencing skills, strong stakeholder management, and transparent communication—supported by tools such as Slack or Jira—are key to ensuring alignment, real‑time information sharing, and project execution success.

Key Responsibilities (non‑exhaustive):

· Act as the Financial Business Partner for Project Leads
· Develop short‑ and long‑term project business plans based on analytical insights.
· Build and maintain financial project models to support planning, forecasting, and decision‑making.
· Establish and monitor project timelines.
· Allocate and manage project resources effectively.
· Coordinate cross‑departmental efforts to ensure project success.
· Adjust project scope as required to meet objectives.
· Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and process optimization.
· Facilitate project meetings and ensure communication flow among team members.
· Prepare clear reports and presentations for stakeholders and senior leadership.
· Monitor progress, identify risks, and ensure transparency on status and challenges.
· Address issues promptly to ensure effective collaboration and decision-making.
· Fulfil additional duties at the request of the Benelux DT, including: 
       * Acting as Interim Finance Manager for operating companies or DT functions (W&L, HR and Procurement).
       * Supporting post‑acquisition integration processes
       * Revenue steward for Benelux

Contacts

· external: Consultants, suppliers, customers, and other relevant third parties
- internal: Procurement, Managing Directors, HR, Finance Managers, Project Managers, and cross‑functional teams across the Benelux region

Qualifications

Requirements

· Proficiency in Dutch and English is essential.
· Strong financial modelling skills and proficiency in MS Office.
· In‑depth knowledge of company‑specific software applications.
· Familiarity with Bunzl’s policies, procedures, and operating standards.
· Understanding of financial policy development and adjustment methods.
· Higher Professional Education (HBO) in Business Economics or a related field.
· Minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar or finance‑related role.

 Core-competencies

· Result Orientation
· Vision & Strategic Thinking
· Planning & Organising
· Deadline Management
· Flexibility & Multi‑tasking

Benefits

Bunzl offers a competitive and comprehensive employment package designed to support your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

What We Offer

· Competitive salary aligned with experience and market standards in the range of gross EUR 7.300-7.500 per month..
· Bonus scheme based on individual and company performance.
· Company car or mobility allowance (depending on role level and internal policy).
· Hybrid working environment, providing flexibility between office and remote work.
· 27 days of annual leave (depending on opco policy).
· Pension scheme with employer contribution.
· Collective health insurance options.
· Laptop and mobile phone provided by the company.
· Professional development opportunities, including:
              o Training programs
              o Courses and certifications
              o Participation in Bunzl international knowledge‑sharing networks
· Career growth opportunities within the Bunzl Benelux and wider European organisation.
· Travel expense reimbursement.
· A supportive and inclusive work culture focused on teamwork, continuous improvement, and sustainable business practices.

Interested?

If you would like more information please contact Christiaan Voetman, Finance Director Benelux  christiaan.voetman@bunzl.eu
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