Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Analyst

Location: Alba

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As Controller, you will support the local organization as a business partner for planning, budgeting and performance controlling activities, including the preparation of forecasts, management reports and business analyses.
You will work closely with the Head of Controlling and key stakeholders, supporting decision‑making through product costing, pricing analyses, simulations and economic assessments.
You will act as a key finance business partner for the local organization, with a strong focus on cost, margin and overall performance steering.
The role combines strong analytical depth with close interaction with the business in a dynamic environment.
A strong analytical mindset, high data affinity and a structured, hands on way of working are key success factors for this position.

Main Responsibilities:

Finance business partner and main contact person for management and budget owners on controlling‑related topics
Preparation and coordination of forecast, budget and latest‑estimate processes
Preparation of standard and ad‑hoc management reports and performance analyses
Analysis of variances and key figures, including product costing and supply‑chain‑related cost topics
Analysis and steering of cost structures and cost drivers, including fixed and variable costs as well as overheads
Support transparency and performance steering across cost, margin and efficiency KPIs
Handling and coordination of the price approval process
Further development of reporting and planning processes
Lead or actively participate in finance‑driven and cross‑functional projects

About You:

Degree in Business Administration, Finance or Controlling
2–4 years of experience in financial or business controlling
Solid understanding of planning, reporting and performance analysis

Experience in cost controlling, product costing or operational controlling is an advantage
Very good knowledge of German and/or English
Strong MS Excel skills and high affinity for data and systems (macros are a plus)

Experience with SAP FI/CO, SAP BW and/or Hyperion / EPM tools is an advantage
Structured, analytical and solution‑oriented way of working
Hands on mentality, strong ownership mindset and ability to work independently
Communicative team player with a goal‑oriented way of working
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About Ferrero:
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of  Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946.
Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet‑packaged food companies, with many  iconic brands   sold in countries all over the world. Find out more
DE&I at Ferrero:
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey  diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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