Budget Controller

Join Kia – Movement That Inspires

There has never been a more exciting time to work at Kia! We are a place where bold, creative, and open-minded individuals thrive, all working towards a shared goal. Our brand slogan, ‘Movement that inspires’, reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence, both in our products and in our people.

At our European headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, we proudly embrace diversity, with 37 nationalities represented – a dynamic environment that fosters learning and growth. In Belgium, our office is based in Zaventem, where a passionate team of 64 professionals brings inspiration and customer-centric service to the Belgian market.

We are currently looking for a Budget Controller to join our Finance Controlling team at our Zaventem office.

Hybrid work (up to two days remote per week) is possible.

Your Role:

As a Budget Controller, you will play a key role in analysing, reporting, and managing budgetary processes with purpose of maintaining expenditure controls.

Your primary focus will be that the budget is produced in a timely manner and controlled throughout the financial cycle.

Your Responsibilities:

Budgetary control of fixed costs

• Support allocated departments for budget follow-up from a solution focused mindset

• Prepare budget analysis reports to check opportunities & risks

• Draw-up annual capital expenditure forecast & follow-up of results

• Participate in budget process, gathering elements from different departments and comparing them with the guidelines received from HQ (European headquarter in Frankfurt and Seoul headquarters)

Monthly & Yearly forecast & closing

• Make up accruals taking into account all fixed costs

• Participate to the statutory audit and internal control (ICFR) regarding fixed costs

• Collaborate closely with the accounting team when closing month, quarter and year

• Control the fixed asset accounting, in collaboration with the accounting team

Policy related budgetary control

• Ensure compliance of expenses with a diverse set of company policies (e.g. travel, meal, …)

SAP master regarding processes

• Provide SAP training to newcomers & support users with SAP budget related inquiries

• Maintain SAP users’ profile, access rights & reports

Your Profile:

We are looking for a candidate who...

• holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting, or a related field.

• has at least three years of relevant professional experience.

• possesses strong Excel and PowerPoint skills

• demonstrates excellent analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.

• is an excellent communicator and stress-resistant with a proactive attitude

• is fluent in English– knowledge of Dutch and/or French is an advantage.

What We Offer:

• An exciting role in a fast-growing, innovative company that is part of a strong international group.

• You will be part of a small but diverse finance team

• A competitive salary package

• Plenty of opportunities for learning and career development – because ‘Movement That Inspires’ applies to our people too

• A modern, collaborative workplace, where ideas and people thrive

• A people-first culture focused on well-being, respect and teamwork

• And yes, we’re officially a Great Place to Work®, as voted by our employees

Are you ready to be inspired and make an impact? Join us and help shape the future of mobility!

Apply now!