Senior Finance Business Controller

Short Intro and About the Job

Strategic Business Partnering & Performance Steering- Act as a trusted finance business partner to the Middle East Zone Director, commercial and marketing teams, providing financial insights and constructive challenge to support strategic decision-making.- Drive profitable growth by influencing key business levers including pricing, promotion efficiency, portfolio optimization, new product launches, trade terms, and route-to-market strategies.- Identify risks and opportunities, challenge assumptions, and recommend actions to deliver the region's financial and strategic objectives.

Financial Planning, Forecasting & Business Analysis- Lead the annual budgeting process, periodic forecasts, and monthly rolling forecasts for the region (Rolling Forecast, Monthly Cycle and IBP)- Monitor business performance and deliver meaningful analyses of topline growth, profitability, margins, and key performance indicators.- Prepare and present financial insights and recommendations to regional leadership teams, enabling informed and timely decisions.

Financial Governance & Control- Lead the monthly, semi-annual, and annual closing processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely booking of accruals.- Ensure adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and reporting standards across the region.- Maintain high-quality financial reporting and provide transparency on business performance.Investment & Profitability Management- Oversee and optimize Advertising & Promotion (A&P) investments to ensure alignment with strategic priorities and maximize return on investment.- Drive profitability improvement initiatives through revenue growth management, cost optimization, mix enhancement, and resource allocation decisions.- Support countries in building sustainable and profitable growth plans.

Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Business Controllers (one in Dubai, one in Paris), fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous development.- Champion finance transformation initiatives, including process simplification, automation, data visualization, and implementation of new tools and ways of working.- Promote best practices and strengthen finance capabilities across the region.

 

About You

Would typically have 5 to 8 years experience in business controlling, topline controlling would be a must Ideally within a strong multinational FMCG company (F&B, high-end/premium as a plus).

 

Abilities: - Result oriented: pragmatic, fast learner and entrepreneurial mindset- Strong Organization skills: be able to prepare, present and follow-up business plan, plan ahead- Open-minded attitude, good listener,- Drive, passion, excellent communication & influencing skills- Ability to easy adapt and leverage a truly international and multi-cultural environment to effectively engage people

 

Competencies:

- English fluent ; Other languages are welcome- Extensive Finance principles (understanding of a P&L, Gross to Net Sales, accounting basics..)- Strong analytical skills- Business acumen - Budget planning and monitoring, capability of strategic commercial planning (Sales & Marketing)- Extensive knowledge of Excel & Essbase, Power Point and Power BI.

About Us, We offer and What's next

Evian Volvic Alpro International (EVAI) is the international business unit behind the worldwide success of evian, Volvic, and Alpro, bringing premium healthy hydration and plant-based nutrition to more than 90 markets across the globe. Operating in 13 locations and powered by a culturally diverse team of more than 30 nationalities, EVAI offers an international playground.

We are creating, nurturing and scaling up business geographies leveraging a large distributor network, powered by a sales & marketing force that activates locally, with a high level of autonomy, excellence in execution and entrepreneurial thinking.

As part of Danone, we combine the agility of a lean organisation with the scale and purpose of a global group - offering broad opportunities for growth, leadership exposure, and meaningful impact supported by functional teams acting as strong business partners.Join EVAI and shape the future of iconic brands in a business where your voice matters, your potential is nurtured, and your impact is real.