Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist

Job Description

The FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) Specialist sits within the Regional FP&A team in NCE (Northern and Central Europe). It works closely with markets to support budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis. The position reports to the NCE FP&A Lead. These roles have a focus on continuous improvement and process enhancement, working alongside with the local finance teams and regional teams.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning and Forecasting: Collaborate with Finance teams & Regional teams to develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Include forecast data from Finance Business Partners and support areas into company forecasting systems; validating planning assumptions & ensuring accuracy of planning inputs (gross to net, pricing, sales units, expenses and headcount)
• Provide additional support to Finance Business Partners during forecast cycles.
• Financial Analysis and Reporting.
• Prepare reports (both standard and ad-hoc) from company forecasting and actual reporting systems to share with local and regional stakeholders.
• Conduct financial analysis, such as profitability analysis, cost analysis, and trend analysis, to support decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support mid-month sales estimates and monthly close processes.
• Provide additional support to Finance Business partners and Business stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement and Process Enhancement: Work with regional colleagues to maintain a consistent and efficient process which is aligned with how work is done in other markets, sharing & leveraging best practices.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve financial reporting, and enhance data accuracy and integrity.

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in cross-functional projects and provide financial expertise and analysis to support decision-making.
• Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and accounting standards to ensure compliance and incorporate relevant changes into financial processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and advanced Excel functions.
• Familiarity with financial systems and software (e.g., LPT, BPC, SAP, PowerBI, Planning Dashboards)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and generate meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of key drivers of financial performance.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
• Bring a high level of energy and desire to contribute to the creation of a high performing FP&A team.
• Ability to work remotely from a centralized location.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information:

Required Skills:

Audits Compliance, Budgeting, Capital Budgeting, Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Management Controls, Preparation of Financial Reports, Stakeholder Management

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Remote

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

na

Job Posting End Date:

11/30/2026

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