Cheese Markets Controlling Manager Corporate Finance - Bel Group (M/F)

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®, 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!
 

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Suresnes, France

Reporting Line

The position reports to the Cheese Markets Finance Director and is part of the Corporate Finance team.

Context & Role Purpose

In a context of ongoing transformation, Corporate Finance plays a key role in performance steering and business partnering across Markets.

The Cheese Markets Controlling Manager supports the Cheese Markets Finance Director in the financial steering of the Markets perimeter.
The role acts as a key contributor and coordinator, ensuring consistency of analyses, supporting performance reviews, and enabling effective decision‑making across Markets.

Key Responsibilities

Performance Steering Support

• Support the preparation and consolidation of budgets, forecasts, and rolling forecasts across the Cheese Markets scope.
• Contribute to performance analysis (P&L, margins, pricing, mix, volumes) and support the identification of risks and opportunities.
• Prepare high‑quality financial materials to support performance reviews and decision‑making.
• Ensure the reliability and consistency of financial data across Markets.

Business Partnering & Coordination

• Act as a key point of contact for Market Finance teams on selected topics.
• Support interactions with FP&A and other Corporate functions, providing relevant analyses and actionable insights.
• Contribute to the preparation of Cheese category business reviews.

Governance & Reporting Contribution

• Support the implementation and consistency of Finance standards, tools, and practices across Markets.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting, processes, and financial tools, with a strong focus on simplification.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to transversal Finance projects (transformation, simplification, tools).
• Support ad hoc analyses and deep dives to address strategic questions and performance topics.

Profile

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business, or equivalent.
• 8–10 years of experience in Business Controlling, FP&A, or Corporate Finance.
• Experience in an international and/or matrix environment is a plus.

Key Skills

• Strong analytical skills and ability to deliver clear, impactful financial insights.
• Ability to support and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• High level of rigor, reliability, and attention to detail, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Strong synthesis and communication skills.
• Excellent command of Excel, PowerPoint, and Finance tools.

Languages

• Fluent English required

OUR BENEFITS

• Fixed salary over 13 months
• Performance bonus
• Profit-sharing/Incentive plan (PEE)
• Company cafeteria
• Additional paid leave (RTT)
• Health and disability insurance
• Access to numerous benefits from the Social and Economic Committee

 

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