Group Business Controller

Organization

Normec Group, founded in 2016, is one of the fastest-growing companies in the Netherlands and a leading European provider of TIIC services. Since inception, the company has grown exponentially through a successful “buy and build” strategy, with over 70 acquisitions across Western Europe, achieving revenues of over €700 million. Normec Group currently employs over 7,000 people across six European countries and operates across four key sectors: Food, Life Safety, Sustainability and Healthcare. Each sector is independently managed through dedicated business lines and is outpacing the industry average in growth. The company works with a broad variety of clients, from food manufacturers and retailers to chemical manufacturers providing critical analysis such as PFAS testing.

The TICC-industry is highly fragmented, with nearly 70% of the European market privately owned, and Normec aims to strengthen its influence through strategic acquisitions focused on enhancing safety, sustainability, and quality of life. Since 2020, Astorg Private Equity has been a major shareholder.
To maintain its rapid growth, Normec’s strategy centers on both “buy and build” and organic expansion, planning around 10 acquisitions annually while exploring new markets like Italy, Spain, and potentially the United States. Combined with investments in innovative technologies, this ensures competitiveness while expanding across Europe and beyond. To support this strategy and attract high potential employees, the company moved its head office to the centre of Amsterdam.

The job profile

We are seeking a seasoned and detail-oriented Group Business Controller who will take the lead in building and professionalising the financial control processes at head office level, with a strong focus on cost and cash control.In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and continuously improving the monthly HQ reporting cycle. You will ensure high-quality, timely, and accurate reporting on costs and cash flow, delivering actionable insights that support group-level decision making. A key part of your role will be to monitor and challenge HQ cost developments and collaborate closely with business units to optimise cash management processes. Additionally, you will play an active role in tracking liquidity and contributing to group cash flow forecasting, while maintaining a strong focus on financial control and identifying opportunities for greater efficiency.

The ideal candidate

For this role, we are looking for a seasoned Group Business Controller with significant experience in cost control and financial management at group level. You are pragmatic, precise, and bring a structured approach to building a professional and scalable control environment. You thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing organisation and understand the importance of strong financial control as a foundation for strategic decision-making.You have a hands-on mentality, are comfortable operating in detail when necessary, and are capable of translating data into clear, actionable insights. Your communication style is open and direct, and you know how to challenge and support senior stakeholders effectively.

Experience and Knowledge    

  • Master's degree in Business Economics, Finance or equivalent;    
  • 7+ years of relevant experience, including substantial experience in cost control and business control at group level;    
  • Strong track record in international and/or multi-entity organisations;        
  • Experience in a private equity-owned environment is a plus;    
  • Proven ability to act as a sparring partner to senior management on financial, operational and strategic topics;
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken;
  • Postgraduate qualification (RC, CMA, CIMA or similar) is a strong advantage.

Are you interested?

If you would like to know more about the position or receive the extended job profile, please contact Jan.

Referentie: LIBE07297