Business Controller

Business Controller

Position Snapshot
Business area: Nespresso
Location: Montreal, QC located at 300 Léo-Pariseau, suite 2300 Montréal, QC Canada H2X 4B3
Hybrid

A little bit about us
Nestlé Nespresso SA is a pioneer and is widely regarded as one of the top references in the field of high-quality portioned coffee. The company works with more than 130 000 farmers in 18 countries through the Nespresso Sustainable Quality Plan to embed sustainability practices on farms and the surrounding landscapes. Launched in 2003 in collaboration with the NGO Rainforest Alliance, the Nespresso Plan helps to improve the yield and quality of harvests, ensuring a sustainable supply of high-quality coffee and improving livelihoods of farmers and their communities.

In 2022, Nespresso achieved B Corp™ certification - joining an international movement of over 10’000 purpose-led businesses that meet B Corp’s high standards of social and environmental responsibility and transparency.

Headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland, Nespresso operates in 98 markets and has over 14'000 employees. In 2025, it operated a global retail network of 849 boutiques. For more information, visit the Nespresso website: www.nespresso.com.

What to Expect:
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.

A day in the life:
Co-Piloting
• 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

Reporting
• 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.)

Leadership & Development of Finance Team Talents
• 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

Projects
• 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

Role 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

Benefits
• Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment
• Company matched pension plan
• Four 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)

Compensation Range: $98,614.00 CAD - $129,430.00 CAD + bonus eligibility

At Nestlé Canada, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. This position offers a competitive salary within the range specified above, aligned with our commitment to equitable pay practices.

What you need to know
We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer. The principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are vital to how we operate. We strive to foster a respectful and supportive environment where individuals feel valued and empowered to contribute and succeed.

If you are invited to participate in the recruitment process and require any accommodation, please inform Human Resources. Nestlé will work with you to ensure full participation.

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