Controller, Capex and Innovation

About the role

Ferrero is seeking a Capex and Innovation Controller to lead capital investment planning and innovation business cases across North America. The role works closely with R&D, supply chain, engineering, manufacturing, marketing and commercial teams to evaluate new product opportunities, assess profitability and guide investment decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Build financial models and business cases for innovation and capital investment initiatives.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to develop forecasts, costing inputs and profitability analyses for new products.
• Prepare investment recommendations and presentation materials for senior leadership.
• Support capital planning, spend tracking and long‑term investment analysis.
• Evaluate make‑versus‑buy scenarios and other strategic investment options.
• Monitor actual results versus approved business cases and highlight key risks and variances.
• Assist with monthly close, forecast, budget and long‑range planning for R&D and innovation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in finance, controlling, FP&A or commercial finance.
• Strong background in financial modeling, business case development and investment analysis.
• Solid understanding of management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Preferred experience in manufacturing, supply chain or consumer‑products environments.

Required skills

• Financial modeling
• Business case development
• Investment analysis
• Management accounting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Financial reporting
• ERP systems
• Financial reporting tools

What we offer

• Competitive base salary range of $142,016 – $189,355 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits and perks as described on Ferrero’s career site.
• Opportunity to influence growth and operational performance in a global consumer‑goods leader.