Danone MENA is seeking a talented Business Controller for our Maghreb Cluster, to be based in Algeria.

In the context of Specialized Nutrition MENA, you will support the Controlling Lead in budget management, distributor follow-up, and financial monitoring, with a special focus on Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia, managing a cross-border scope.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in partnership with the Demand Planner & sales teams to build IMS-based forecasts (volume)  and ensure a clear bridge from IMS to TMS, analyzing key drivers including volume, stock, pricing, and FX impacts.
• Prepare country-level P&Ls, and identify risks and opportunities,
• Participate in distributor contract reviews, including payment terms, value chain, and incoterms.
• Act as a strategic finance partner for Sales, Planning, and Marketing teams across the Maghreb region (Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia).
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Controlling and business leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate and control budgets for A&P, Trade Promotions, and other selling costs.
• Oversee topline controlling, variance analysis, and related forecasting (net sales variance).
• Monitor distributor collections and customer accounts receivable in Morocco and Tunisia, in coordination with the Business Services team.
• Conduct profitability analysis by SKU and manage trade promotions by distributor.
• Assist the Controlling Manager in maintaining a strong control environment and support year-end statutory audits, Danone internal audit requirements, and legal reporting.
• Propose and implement new business processes and procedures to drive efficiency.

To be successful in this role you must have:

•  Graduation from a business school with a major in Finance or Accounting.
•  Qualified accountant (CPA, CMA, or equivalent).
•  Proven experience 4-5 years in a similar role within a matrixed or multinational environment

Leadership Competencies

•  Strategic thinking and influencing.
•  Accountability and results orientation.
  
  

Functional Competencies

•  Solid understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).
•  Strong financial planning and analysis capabilities.
•  Data integrity and systems management.
•  Business partnering and stakeholder engagement.
•  Strong command of ERP and BI tools (e.g., SAP, Power BI).
•  Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional initiatives.
•  Track record of meeting reporting deadlines and ensuring data accuracy.
•  Exposure to audit processes and internal control frameworks.
  
  

Location:

• Algeria, Algiers

Skills:

• Consumer Orientation: enabling the business to serve the consumer.
• Entrepreneurial: recognizes and seizes business opportunities.
• Rigor: thinks systematically, plans effectively.
• Transparency: acts in an open and respectful manner.
• Decision Making: combines decisiveness with sound judgment.
• Team Player: connects effectively with others.
• Getting Things Done: delivers results and measures performance according to plan.

Languages required:

French native and English Is a must.

Danone Values:
Candidates are expected to adhere to Danone's core values: Humanism, Openness, Proximity & Enthusiasm.

What we offer

Working in Danone MENA is one of the best places to build a strong career through everyday learning, empowerment, and team collaboration in an open culture & environment. Our culture fosters autonomy and empowerment, where your everyday can be a fresh adventure - full of new possibilities and opportunities for your development.

Danone MENA doesn’t just welcome what makes you unique, we value it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where all hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We recruit, employ, train, and promote regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, national origin, age, genetic characteristic, or any other protected status. Faithful to our values of openness and humanism, all of our employees share in the commitment to engage one another with dignity and respect.

• Global exposure and growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and purpose.
• Access to learning programs and development opportunities.

What’s Next?

• If you are the Business Controller-Maghreb we are looking for, click on "Apply" now before 21st June.
• Closing Date: June 21st, 2026
• For more information about Danone, its people, and its business, please visit www.danone.com

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