Lead Finance Controller - Global Functions - M&S, LRA, CA&C, CS, BD

Currently we are looking for Lead Finance Controller who will support function Finance Director in budgeting and performance management processes as well consolidation team with financial summaries for functional management discussions and decisions. The role will coordinate a small team of Finance Controllers.

• A competitive pay (together with annual bonus) and an attractive benefits package including medical care, Multisport card, life insurance, pension plan
• Ambitious goal to set up new Global Business Services Complex environment of working with multiple stakeholders across the globe
• On-going development opportunities in a multinational environment that will inspire you to grow professionally and personally
• Wide variety of projects and tasks, ambitious goals and independence in achieving them
• Flexible working conditions
• Modern office in a convenient location

• FP&A M&S, LRA, CA&C, BD, CS team management.
• Key point of contact for Finance Director & x-functional team.
• Acting as a Finance Business Partner to respective functions.
• Providing financial support in budgeting and performance management processes including headcount and management reporting.
• Consolidating  function inputs (data, analytics, roadmaps and presentations) for management reviews. 
• Market Free Cash Flow coordination for function.
• Manage all system related matters - S4F / BW /TM1 /HC reporting tools.
• Operating with high quality standards and challenging status quo to drive for continuous improvements  in all areas of responsibility.
• Coordinating people assigned to the function (ca.20% of time) – no direct reporting line.
• Actively building and developing good working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Ownership and maintenance of GBS process documentation for the processes in scope as well as the regular update of said documentation.

• Have an University degree (Finance, Accounting, Economy, Business Administration).
• Professional financial qualifications (ACCA, CIMA) would be a significant plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, SAP, BW, Excel. TM1 experience is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience in financial / management reporting preferably in a multinational FMCG company.
• Strong budgeting and planning experience (FP&A) required.
• Exposure to senior management required.
• Team management experience viewed favourably.
• Strong communication, coordination and project management skills.
• Details-oriented, organized and self-directed team player with an ability to work in matrix organizations and with different stakeholder levels.
• Creative, innovative thinker with an ability to challenge status-quo and drive improvements.
• Fluency in English.
• Good time management
• Solid analytical and problem solving skills.
• Flexible attitude and ease in adapting to changing requirements. Self – starter