Financial Controller (HF)

The Bel Group; Suresnes; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading food industry company located in Suresnes is seeking a Financial Controller to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will possess a Business School Masters degree and at least 2 years of experience in financial analysis or audit. Responsibilities include monthly financial reporting, budgeting control, and supporting ad hoc projects. Proficiency in Excel and strong bilingual communication in English and French are essential for success in this role. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Prestations

Performance bonus

Fixed salary over 13 months

Health insurance

Staff restaurant

Teleworking policy

RTT (French additional paid leave days)

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in controlling, financial analysis, or audit.
• Experience in a multi-subsidiary/group environment is a plus.
• Strong financial background and proficiency in information systems.

Responsabilités

• Perform NBA month-end closing activities and P&L construction.
• Prepare, analyze and report monthly NBA financial results.
• Monitor budgets through regular meetings with Marketing and Sales teams.
• Consolidate NBA volume forecasts in collaboration with the Supply team.

Connaissances

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Accounting Software

Excel

Formation

Business School Masters degree (Bac+5)

Outils

Accounting Software

ERP Systems

QuickBooks

Sage

Description du poste

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, PomPotes 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? Join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

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LOCATION AND START DATE

Permanent contract to be filled as soon as possible.

Location: Suresnes (92) Bel Group Headquarters.

CONTEXT

In an international environment the Squeeze division is recruiting a Financial Controller to join the finance team for New Business Acceleration (NBA) and FP&A. Reporting to the Squeeze Business Controller, you will ensure reliable and timely reporting at both NBA and Squeeze consolidated levels, participate in budget construction and work closely with the NBA marketing and commercial teams to support ambitious international growth.

YOUR FUTURE RESPONSIBILITIES (MONTHLY)

Monthly Closing and Reporting

• Perform NBA month‑end closing activities and P&L construction.
• Prepare, analyze and report monthly NBA volume and financial results.
• Participate in the consolidation of monthly Squeeze results.
• Participate in the preparation of presentations for the Squeeze Management and Group FP&A teams.
• Upload data into reporting tools and ensure data consistency.
• Update reports and perform analysis to support strategic decision‑making.

Marketing and Sales Budget Control

• Monitor budgets through regular meetings with Marketing and Sales teams.
• POs and accruals management.
• Preparation of reports to share actuals/budget information with operational teams.

Participation in Budget Construction

• Consolidate NBA volume forecasts by Product / Customer / Country in collaboration with the Supply team.
• Participate in the NBA annual Budget and reforecasts by country: Net Sales / COGS / logistics costs / exchange rates / marketing etc.
• Assist in the Budget / Reforecasts presentations for the Management team.

Support for Other Ad Hoc Requests

• Coordinate with factories to obtain COGS information and support the Marketing team in Innovation financial modelling.
• Carry out specific analyses and/or create reports as requested by operations.
• Collaborate with other departments on cross‑functional topics (e.g., supply chain, sales, marketing).
• Formalise and document processes.

This role is based in Suresnes west of Paris, accessible via Tram T2 (Suresnes Longchamp stop) and several bus lines.

YOUR PROFILE: Could this be you?

You have a Business School Masters degree (Bac5) and at least 2 years of experience in controlling, financial analysis or audit.

Experience in a multi‑subsidiary/group environment is a plus.

You have a strong financial background and proficiency in information systems and Excel.

You are fluent in both English and French.

OUR BENEFITS

• Fixed salary over 13 months.
• Performance bonus.
• Profit‑sharing / Employee Savings Plan (PEE).
• Staff restaurant.
• RTT (French additional paid leave days).
• Health insurance / Provident scheme.
• Access to numerous benefits of the Social and Economic Committee (CSE).
• Teleworking policy.

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Key Skills

Accounting Software, GAAP, QuickBooks, General Ledger Accounting, Accounting, IFRS, Sage, Regulatory Reporting, Workers' Compensation Law, Budgeting, ERP Systems, Financial Management.