Business Controller - HR - Bridgestone EMEA

POSITION SNAPSHOT JobReq ID: 54633 Type of work: Hybrid Type of contract: Fixed term/temporary Full/Part Time: Full time Location: Zaventem, BE Bilbao, ES Poznań, PL Vimercate (MB), IT Warszawa, PL Madrid, ES About Us Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. About the Role The Business Controller - HR plays a key role in supporting HR controlling and reporting activities at the Headquarters. In this position, you will work closely with HR, Payroll, and Finance teams to ensure accurate personnel reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and labor cost management. You will act as a central point of contact for HR-related financial matters, providing insights, analysis, and recommendations to support decision-making across the organization. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, enhance HR reporting tools, and work in an international environment within a dynamic and fast‑paced headquarters setting. This position will report to the EMEA HR Controller and is offered as a 1‑year temporary contract, with the potential for prolongation. Job Purpose We are looking for a Business Controller - HR to support the HR controlling and reporting activities in the Headquarters. The successful candidate has strong analytical skills, is motivated to get things done, shows a hands‑on approach, and is keen on working in an international team. The Business Controller - HR takes responsibility for all monthly HR reporting, personnel and forecast planning, as well as budgetary controls. The person will also be responsible for budgeting, accruing, and reporting on HR Opex for all central functions. Responsibilities * Own headcount and labor cost budgeting process for Headquarters in close coordination with Finance, HR, and business functions * Establish processes and consolidate personnel data from regions and entities * Collaborate with payroll teams and HR leaders to analyze and explain variances * Work closely with Finance on accruals, forecasts, cost center allocations, GL code adjustments, and inter‑entity recharges * Lead monthly labor cost reconciliation for HQ in partnership with Finance * Consolidate and analyze HR operating expenses (Opex) * Act as primary contact for management on HR and personnel expense matters * Prepare monthly HR reports, perform analysis, and recommend actions * Drive personnel cost and headcount planning, variance analysis, and forecasting * Continuously improve HR dashboards and headcount planning tools * Build scenarios for headcount and labor cost planning * Serve as audit liaison for HR‑related matters * Optimize HR and controlling processes Qualifications & Experience Required Education * Completed university degree in Accounting, Finance/Controlling, Business Informatics or related discipline Experience * A minimum of 2+ years of related experience with focus on controlling * Previous HR experience is desirable, but not a must. Technical Skills * Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills * Knowledge of SAP Finance applications (SAP Analysis for Microsoft, SAP Cloud Reporting, etc.) * Knowledge of Belgian payroll & benefits aspects and tax implications is a plus * Understanding of Belgian accounting is an asset * Knowledge of advanced Microsoft tools such as Power BI is an asset Languages * Fluency in English is essential * Knowledge of other European languages are an asset Soft/Behavioral Skills * Strong analytical skills paired with a systematic approach * Results‑driven individual who can work independently * Excellent organizational skills * Strong communication skills What We Offer At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co‑creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you: * A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. * The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. * Corporate Social Responsibility activities. * A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. * Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long‑term well‑being. * A diverse and inclusive team. We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr