About this role
The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024. Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you! Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!
- #IWorkForAllForGood Job Purpose We are looking for an experienced Industrial Controller to join our Finance team and support the financial performance and competitiveness of our manufacturing operations.
- Reporting to the Industrial Controller Manager , you will act as a key finance partner to Operations and other plant functions, providing strong financial analysis, controlling manufacturing costs, supporting planning and closing activities, and transforming operational data into actionable business insights.
- This role goes beyond reporting numbers.
- You will be expected to understand performance drivers, challenge deviations, identify risks and opportunities, and support better operational and financial decisions . Main Accountabilties Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, conversion costs, material consumption, labor, overheads and operational KPIs . Perform detailed Actual vs. Budget, Forecast and Standard Cost variance analysis.
- Identify the root causes behind performance deviations and work with operational teams on corrective actions.
- Responsible of monthly closing, budgeting, forecasting and business planning activities.
- Manage and analyze standard costing, production variances, inventory valuation and cost allocations . Prepare clear financial reporting and provide actionable insights on plant performance.
- Support CAPEX business cases , financial simulations and investment follow-up.
- Partner closely with Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Maintenance, Procurement and Finance . Identify opportunities for productivity, cost optimization and continuous improvement . Ensure strong compliance with financial policies, internal controls and reporting requirements.
- Contribute to the digitalization and automation of financial reporting and controlling processes.
- Education, Experience And Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related field . 4 to 7 years of relevant experience in Industrial Controlling, Cost Accounting, Manufacturing Finance or Financial Planning & Analysis.
- Strong experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment , preferably FMCG.
- Solid knowledge of standard costing, manufacturing variances, budgeting, forecasting and inventory controlling . Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities.
- Advanced Excel skills and good knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP . Experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to challenge constructively and influence operational stakeholders . Fluent or strong professional command of English . If you think that this job is for you, please click now on the button "Apply".
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