Business Controller

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Montreal, QC

4d•CA$98,614 - CA$129,430•Hybrid

About The Position

The Business Controller serves as a strategic business partner, providing financial leadership, insights, and performance visibility to support effective decision-making and business planning. This role will analyze financial results, identify risks and opportunities, and deliver actionable recommendations to the Finance Director, business leaders, and Management Committee. As a change agent, the Controller drives continuous improvement initiatives and ensures the successful implementation of actions that enhance business performance and financial outcomes. This position is an existing vacancy.

Requirements

Bilingualism in English and French language skills are a requirement, as this position requires collaboration with stakeholders across the Canadian market
6+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership experience and a strong background in a Controller capacity
Experience managing a team or previous supervisory experience a must
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
CPA designation (or equivalent recognized financial designation) required
Strong experience in financial controlling, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
Experience partnering with senior leaders and executive management
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experience with ERP systems; exposure to multiple platforms is an asset
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

Exposure to multiple ERP platforms is an asset

Responsibilities

Own the process and planning of annual budget (OP), monthly forecasts (DF) and monthly closures (PEC), in collaboration with the finance analysts and respective department within the scope
Ensure forecast accuracy in all areas, perform monthly and yearly variance analysis and proactive recommendations to anticipate and reduce potential gaps
Develop and improve financial insights and analysis to improve effectiveness of business decision making and planning accuracy
Pro-actively initiate the identification of cost savings with involvement of Co-Pilot analysts team and act as change agent in the deployment of recommendation
Own the identification of process and tool improvement of annual budget (OP), monthly forecasts (DF) and other Co-Piloting activities
Coach finance analyst to properly support the management team and their departments on their budget follow-up responsibilities
Support the team of analysts to lead analysis, interpret data and make recommendations regarding investment decisions, and coach them to effectively present these decisions
Responsibility and ownership of budget, variance reports internal and with our Head Quarter
Deliver recurring and ad-hoc management reports on all key performance indicators within the scope (topline, P&L, working capital, capex, etc.)
Responsible for coaching the Financial Analysts to support business co-piloting and enhance decision support towards senior Management
Coaching and sharing best practices & experience with Financial Analysts team
Responsible for providing financial support for their respective departments and their projects
Develop business cases and financial modelling for key projects, pricing and profitability using verified and sound assumptions as well as relevant sensitivity analysis
Responsible for data integrity through accurate financial setup of local ERP, including price and cost information
Drive new analysis, tools development, and process improvement with focus on financial, performance and efficiency

Benefits

Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment
Company matched pension plan
Three weeks of Vacation and six personal days (Personal Paid Holidays)
Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Bonus eligibility
Gender affirmation benefits to ensure access to necessary care, resources, and coverage for gender-affirming procedures
Fertility Services and Surrogacy Medical Coverage to support the pursuit of a path to parenthood regardless of medical conditions, gender or sexual orientation
Adoption benefits to remove some of the financial barriers associated with adoption
Free Nespresso Coffee Machines and $100 monthly coffee credit
Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories
Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)