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Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.\nPosition Summary\nAs a Senior Financial Analyst, Co-Pilot, you’ll serve as a key financial partner to the Capital Project Team, supporting a multi-million-dollar investment portfolio for Nestlé Purina North America. You’ll manage project budgets, monitor expenditures, and maintain strong financial controls throughout the project lifecycle. This role works closely with End-to-End leaders, Project Engineering, scheduling, procurement, and finance leadership to ensure projects stay on budget through accurate forecasting, cost oversight, and informed decision-making. 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