Business Controller NL

Hybrid

About this role

Business Controller NL

Employment type: Permanent Employee

Application end date: 9/30/2026

Contact person: Hellen Mariska Kloeze

Contact number: 0524527000

Odfjell Technology delivers safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions that save time, cost, and reduce carbon emissions for our clients. Our people connect 50 years of industry experience with the technology of tomorrow. With projects in more than 20 countries we are looking for talented people who can help us overcome the today’s challenges and realise the opportunities ahead.

For our base in Coevorden, we are seeking an experienced Business Controller to join our team in a full-time position.
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications:
At least 5 years relevant experience in accounting/finance/ controlling roles
Good business understanding, preferably experience within Oil and Gas industry.
Good knowledge and understanding of statutory requirements/ Dutch fiscal laws and regulations
Commercial mindset
Experience of ERP systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications 
Fluent in Dutch and English, both oral and written

Competencies
Provide business support to local organization on Finance related tasks.
Coordinate local invoicing, AP, AR, and Administration processes to ensure timely delivery of financial-accounting tasks and business support, as required.
Play a crucial part in ensuring seamless coordination and communication between Finance and Operational management.
Maintain a good cooperation and communication level with all relevant parties within GBS, Business Areas, Corporate functions, and external client to secure quality and completeness in financial statements and reports.
Support on cost control measures, annual budget process, month-end/ year-end close.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancements within both finance and operational functions and work with cross-functional teams to implement solutions.
Ensure compliance with local requirements on Finance related topics and assist in communication with local Tax Authorities, Auditors, Banks
Ad-hoc requests from Finance Manager, VP Finance, Area Manager

Why you should join our team

The Odfjell group recognises that the shift to renewable energy requires a new way of thinking. By leveraging diverse, cross-functional teams we drive innovation, sustainability, and technological improvements across the business. Our people are at the heart of what we do to drive change as we continue to shape and grow the business.

We strive to create a satisfying and motivating workplace for our employees and an arena for sharing experiences with a focus on ongoing learning and development. Our employees report high levels of empowerment, open dialogue, and trust.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are pre-conditions to succeed in a global marketplace. We believe our company values should be reflected in the everyday behaviour of our leaders and employees alike. 

We offer: 
Learning and development support
Part of a global company with opportunities for growth and development.
Flexible home office opportunities
Add benefits for your location (mobile phone, home internet connection, welfare benefits)

 

We live our core values – creative, competent, result oriented, committed – while always being safety conscious. 


We use Semac background checks in our recruitment process.

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Company at a glance

Odfjell Drilling is an international drilling company with around 1,500 employees with operations around the world. The company was listed on the Oslo Stock exchange on 27th September 2013.

The business was founded in 1973 but boasts maritime roots that stretch back to 1914 and experience of the petroleum industry that began in the mid-1960s. Since its foundation, Odfjell Drilling has demonstrated its ability to conduct successful drilling operations in some of the most demanding environments on the planet. We are proud of the reputation for operational excellence we have built over the decades.

The company has established expertise in the operation of ultra deep water and harsh environment mobile offshore units in both UK, Norwegian and other international areas.

Odfjell Drilling implicitly understands the power of a well-defined and embedded QHSE culture. QHSE is not only a tool to safeguard people, assets and the environment, but also a key driver for continual operational improvement. As such we have adopted what we call a ‘zero fault philosophy’ where our rigorous risk and performance management strategies ensure the best standards across everything we do. Zero faults, maximum results – that is the Odfjell Drilling focus.

Founded1973
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceHybrid
IndustryOil and Gas
Location
Coevorden, Drenthe, Netherlands

Top Benefits

  • Learning And Development Support
  • Growth And Development Opportunities
  • Flexible Home Office Opportunities
  • Mobile Phone
  • Home Internet Connection
  • Welfare Benefits

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