Finance & Control Intern - Nestlé Waters Benelux (Perrier, S.Pellegrino, Vittel, Contrex, etc) Finance & Control Intern - Nestlé Waters Benelux (Perrier, S.Pellegrino, Vittel, Contrex, etc)

Position Summary

Where will you work? Offices in Brussels & Homeworking

When will you start? As from July or September 2026

How long will it last? 6 months (possibility to extend by another 6 months after)

Are you eager to build hands-on finance experience in a fast-moving FMCG environment? At Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages, our portfolio includes popular brands such as Perrier, Vittel, Contrex and S.Pellegrino, each with its unique characteristics and target audience.

As a Finance & Control Intern at Nestlé Waters Benelux, you will support the Finance team in core controlling activities and business analysis. Working closely with senior business controllers, you will contribute to financial insights that support decision-making, challenge assumptions, and improve financial performance. This role offers broad exposure to financial closing, forecasting, and performance monitoring within an international organization. 

Your Responsibilities :

• Support the Finance team in closing activities and periodic reporting (monthly, quarterly, annually), including analysis and preparation of management-ready presentations
• Perform periodic controls to ensure accuracy and consistency between forecasted and actual results, with a particular focus on Commercial Conditions, Cost of Goods Sold, Marketing spend, and other key financial drivers
• Contribute to the forecasting and planning process, supporting data preparation, reviews, and follow-up with stakeholders
• Work closely with Business Controllers, Sales, and other Nestlé functions to ensure financial alignment and data reliability
• Identify process inefficiencies and opportunities for optimisation in ways of working, proactively proposing improvements and escalating issues when relevant

What will make you successful?

• You are fluent in English (working language)
• You are pursuing or have completed a university degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field
• You communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally
• You are a problem-solver: you search for solutions independently, analyse root causes, and explore options before reaching out for support

• You demonstrate autonomy, curiosity, and a strong sense of responsibility in your work
• You are well-organised, able to manage priorities, and comfortable working with deadlines
• You have strong MS Excel skills; knowledge of SAP and/or Power BI is an advantage

What we offer:

• Hands-on experience in a leading FMCG and international environment
• Exposure to real business topics with close interaction with senior finance stakeholders
• A diverse and dynamic intern community
• Learning sessions, networking events, and social activities organised for interns
• Full-time, 6‑month internship (possibility to extend by another 6 months after)
• Internship via university agreement or CIP (Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle)
• Competitive internship allowance
• Transport reimbursement
• 3.5 days of paid leave
• Up to 15 days of work from abroad
• Flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week

Any questions?

Our recruiters would be glad to answer any pending questions. Feel free to send your questions to careers@be.nestle.com.

Respect is at the heart of Nestlé's culture, of which room for differences is an important part. Differences between people who buy our products and in our workplace. We believe it is important that everyone feels welcome and safe at Nestlé, regardless your gender, religion, cultural background, age, disability or who you love. We are convinced that diversity leads to more creativity and innovation and moves our organization forward. That is why we actively work to create a culture and leadership that offers equal opportunities for all!