VAROPreem

VAROPreem is a leading energy company created through the combination of VARO and Preem, built on scale, capability, and a proven track record.

VAROPreem operates an integrated value chain — from sourcing and manufacturing to storage, distribution, marketing, and trading — combining conventional and sustainable energies.

As Europe’s third-largest independent refiner, we own and operate critical infrastructure, playing a key role in strengthening energy security and enabling the energy transition. Our integrated supply network is among the largest in Europe, meeting nearly 10% of road and marine fuel demand and supporting mobility, trade, and industrial activity every day.

At the same time, we are enabling our customers the shift to lower-carbon energy. VAROPreem is Europe’s second-largest producer of renewable fuels and the 6th largest in the world, with 1.3 million tonnes per year of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) capacity, scaling solutions that deliver real emissions reductions today.

Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, with a strong presence across Europe, VAROPreem combines global energy markets expertise with deep customer relationships, operating as a new leading force in energy.

We invest in our people

We encourage our people to share and apply their expertise and knowledge because we know that the best solutions come from collaboration. As a valuable member of our team, you will have the opportunity to address the changing landscape of the industry by sharing your ideas and contributing to the way we do things as a group.

Training our employees is an integral part of VAROPreem's business. Our success in a highly competitive market depends on our people, so we make sure we create opportunities for professional development through training programs that address the needs of our employees and the organization. At VAROPreem, our people are our greatest asset in a dynamic market.

We are looking for a Jr. Business Controller to join our enthusiastic and highly skilled Business Control team in our Rotterdam office.

THE POSITION

As Jr. Business Controller you will be part of the Business Control team. You will not only execute standard processes such as monthly performance reporting and the annual planning cycle, but also play an active role in analyzing and addressing business economic issues.

You will contribute to projects aimed at improving organizational efficiency, such as optimizing reporting cycles or introducing new BI dashboards. There is also space to look for possible improvements and to tackle these in collaboration with your colleagues

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide operational management information and analysis to support decision-making at a higher level;
Analyze management information, trends and developments internally and externally;
Act as a sparring partner for management and business units;
Identify and escalate controlling/business issues that impact operational performance;
Proactively maintain, support and execute the annual and monthly Planning & Control cycle;
Support and execute ad-hoc activities requiring controlling expertise;
Participate in management team meetings within your scope;
Engage in project, implement processes and actively seek improvement opportunities.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the direction of Finance, Control, Business Economics or equivalent;
2 to 3 years of experience in controlling, budgeting, and project work, within a complex organization;
A hands-on approach with the ability to implement swiftly and effectively by taking ownership;
Excellent command of Dutch and English;
Knowledge of the oil or fuel (trading) business and derivatives is a significant advantage;
Experience with JD Edwards and Power BI is a plus.

FURTHER COMPETENCIES

A team-player mentality, yet capable of working independently. You take ownership when needed;
Strong communicator and open to feedback. You are clear in your message and receptive to improvement;
You have a hands-on, pragmatic approach;
Willingness to dive into the details and an analytical approach. You are comfortable turning insights into action;
The ability to build relationships at all organizational levels;
Flexibility and energy to perform in a rapidly changing environment;
A strong drive for continuous improvement.

WE OFFER

A professional and very well connected work environment with a young and international team in a growing company, on the cutting edge of the energy transition;
Contributing to excellent work delivered by the team, where quality and team spirit are key;
An attractive workplace in the office in our brand new Rotterdam offices with development opportunities in an international, corporate environment;
Attractive salary structures, as well as a (partly) employer-financed pension an (electrical) bicycle scheme and more;
Further benefits such as health management, including for example health consulting. We also cooperate with a specialized external provider, offering services in the realm of personal advice and professional coaching.

VARO ENERGY ACCELERATES THE ENERGY TRANSITION. ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER, NOW.

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