OverviewWe are currently looking to expand our talent pool for Financial Planning function to support business with ongoing strategic growth (write the position: for example. 1 leader + 3 analysts).
Once you are selected for the position, you will be provided with extensive onboarding getting the chance not only to enhance skills within Function-specific processes, but also a chance to get insights into workings of diverse markets.
Responsibilities- Act as a single point of contact for the BU and cater for that specific BUs Commercial Finance requirements.
- Create / generate Commercial Finance reports by following DTPs (desk top procedures) and ensure that DTPs are continuously updated in line with process changes.
- Perform the following activities:
- Performance management reporting including insightful commentary on variances and business performance.
- Financial modelling for PSP, AOP and rolling forecasts.
- What if and scenario analysis
- Data collection to support decision making by BU team.
- Other ad hoc data and report requests
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of reports and data to the relevant BU in line with agreed SLA
- Collaborate with data scientists and modellers to test outputs and refine them
- Engage with BU Commercial Finance team twice per week for business performance updates as well as seeking feedback on COE performance. Interaction schedule to be governed by SLA
- Support Commercial Finance Tower lead in projects related to simplification and standardization of reports. Provide assistance as SME in process improvement and technological enhancements and implementation.
- Participate in COE monthly management committee meetings as part of the on-going governance structure to track initiatives progress, change requests, policy changes and overall COE performance.
Participate in COE Weekly connects with COE team and BU team
Qualifications- 4 to 7 years of experience in finance and planning with specific experience in Commercial finance.
- 3+ years of experience of working in a business.
- Bachelors/masters degree in commerce/ business administration / economic with high level of Finance & Accounting Experience. CA/ ICWAI / MBA/ CPA Finance is preferred.
- Tableau knowledge is Must.
- Sound knowledge of financial systems (SAP, Tableau, MS Office, and Other financial reporting systems)
- Strong understanding of business processes (financial and Commercial)
- Strong technical knowledge and experience of both Management reporting and planning processes.
- Experience with working with FMCG sector.
- Exceptional communication skills. Proficiency in English language.
Essential
- Highly organized and responsive, with ability to work to SLAs and tight deadlines.
- Numerate and a lateral thinker, good at data analysis, with a strong attention to detail.
- Sound stakeholder management and communication skills
- Proven experience of working with ambiguity and managing multiple projects/tasks.
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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