Our Client (one of biggest SSC structure in Wrocław), operates in a competitive, global industry, and is supported by processes that are based on a customer first mindset, delivering value added solutions while optimising cost. Rapid internal and external growth, and developments require constant adaptation and improvement to all our processes in order that they best serve business objectives and strategy.
In our clients' SSC structure, we are currently looking for an exceptional Country Financial Analyst. Key services to be provided in this role in support of the Business Planning and Analysis organization in Europe located in Headquarter functions (Switzerland, France) for key clients' businesses in the area of medical devices and/or services. With the scope of monitoring the cost centre expenses of administrative and /or business functions there are following activities to be performed in the Country Financial Analyst role:
- Building & reviewing of quarterly financial forecasts (bottom-up) and annual budget,
- Variance analysis of financial plans (budget and forecast) with business commentary to explain the costs movements vs. prior forecast and vs. budget,
- Month End Close analysis of expenses vs. Forecast and vs. Budget, including supporting commentary,
- Working closely with operating business partners (functional leaders) with regards to expense budget allocated to the administrative functions in scope (HR, IT, Facilities, Legal, Finance, Quality, etc.) and / or Country Business Leaders and Country General Managers (Sales and Marketing expenses) to identify savings & track expenses throughout the fiscal year,
- Producing and highlighting trends in data & performance analysis,
- Working in a Team of Center of Excellence finance professionals supporting the entire EMEA region together with France Business Planning and Analysis Team,
- Participation in COE activities to build Subject Matter Experts community (SME's),
- Working with using advanced planning tool (SAP BPC headcount costs, Non-headcount related costs, costs allocations),
- Ensuring standardization in processes performed (Forecasting, Month End Close, Budgeting, Strategic Planning) and working as a Team to continuously improve the service levels (KPI's),
The successful candidate will have an experience in working in a Shared Service Center / Center Of Excellence or in a large international business environment and Bachelor / Master Degree in Finance or related field (Accounting / Controlling). Fluent English (additional Language skills are of benefit) and excellent expertise level in Excel is a must.
- Good analytical skills & presentation skills,
- Excellent expertise level in Excel is a must,
- Good knowledge of SAP and good knowledge of reporting tools (Hyperion, BW SAP, BPC SAP, etc.) is an advantage,
- Commitment to Teamwork & co-operation, information sharing,
- Flexibility and Adaptability in changing environments,
- Strong understanding and application of corporate finance tools, techniques and analysis, as well as forecasting, budgeting and planning techniques,
Our client can offer you a great possibility to work in an international company (first-in-class in its business area), competitive compensation with great benefit package (e.g. health insurance, medical care, lunch vouchers, and sport /entertainment bonus), friendly work environment and healthy oriented culture (healthy food, sport activities, participation in pro-health actions and events, charity initiatives). An interesting scope of a role in Finance with a well-defined transition plan and knowledge sharing within the growing Team, training & courses. Our client is based in a new, modern office in the city center, developed to live healthy lives and to have a great opportunity for professional growth as well as challenging and rewarding work within a dynamic, international teams.
