Business Controller

Quality, innovation, sustainability and strong brands - that is what makes FrieslandCampina one of the world's largest dairy companies. With more than 23,500 employees, we are represented in over 100 countries with a diverse range of products.

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Controller for our office located in Agrate who will partner with the Sales and Marketing Departments and will also work within the Spain & Italy Controllers Team. This role, who will report to the Finance Manager, is a pivotal position for the success of the organization in the ambitious challenges we have ahead. FrieslandCampina OpCo Spain, France & Italy is transforming itself and on a growth journey in order to become a key player in the dairy market. Come and join us.

What We Ask

• Graduate in Finance, Business Administration, Economy
• 3-5 years experience in Commercial Controlling
• Understanding and applying the principles of internal control policies and accounting procedures/Italian legal and tax requirements local and international (IFRS) corporate reporting standards
• Knowledge of good business control
• Experience in retail commercial environments
• Able to identify areas of financial risk and opportunities
• Commercial knowledge, knowing how to improve results within the business model
• Fluent in English
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Employee benefits such as lunch vouchers
• Hybrid working model
• Friendly corporate culture with flat hierarchies in a dynamic and motivated team
• Challenging position within a growing organization
• Opportunities for personal and professional development through our in-house academy
  
  
  

Vacancy Description

The Commercial Controller is responsible for the proper Controlling, and Accounting of the Sales and Marketing Departments of the FU. Will act as a Business Partner of the commercial area, providing financial analysis to facilitate the optimal use of commercial resources, and ensuring that commercial operations adhere to financial, legal, and corporate requirements and accounting practices.

In this role you will be in charge of:

• Coordinate the forecast of Volumes Net Sales and customer Contributions to ensure alignment with monthly business planning (Budget, RF, OL)
• Responsible for periodic internal reporting.
• Responsible for maintaining a strong internal control environment within commercial operations compliant with the Internal Control Framework and risk management guidelines.
• Delivery of recurring and ad-hoc commercial reporting, for instance, volume and net sales development versus budget/forecast/plan.
• Analyses short and long-term to support financial-based decisions.
• Work in close alignment with the Manager Customer Supply Chain (head of Customer Service, planning, and logistics) to optimize internal processes and cost efficiency.
  
  
  

The Commercial Controller needs to work closely with the Sales and Marketing manager and teams, as well as with central Finance functions based in Barcelona, Amersfoort (the Netherlands), and the Financial Shared Service Center based in Budapest (Hungary).

Staying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. Because it is precisely by embracing our differences that we can grow together. We want to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If who we are suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.