Senior Finance Business Partner

Were currently looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join our Global Finance team in the CEE this role you will be responsible for the Profit and Loss (P&L) for our Sales Companies in Poland and the Baltic countries (Lithuania Latvia and Estonia).

You will act as a strategic business partner and trusted advisor to the Market Director providing financial insights and recommendations that enhance performance operational excellence and long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Market Director and Sales leadership team providing actionable financial insights to support both day-to-day decisions and long-term strategic choices.
• Participate in sales leadership meetings constructively challenging and guiding decisions with data-driven recommendations.
• Coordinate financial planning (monthly unit estimates LE04 and LE08) budgeting and forecasting in close collaboration with business units ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Analyze business performance to identify risks opportunities and actionable improvements to meet financial targets.
• Develop and monitor KPIs aligned with business strategy supporting transparent and data-driven performance management.
• Margin Analysis Monitor and analyze gross margin performance at different levels (product client channel). Identify margin erosion drivers (pricing discounts product mix cost changes) and propose corrective actions to Sales and Marketing.
• Analyze revenue per customer and product line as well as the financial impact of discounts rebates and promotional activities on overall profitability.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that enhance cost optimization profitability and operational efficiency.
• Support global finance initiatives process standardization and the implementation of best practices across regions.
• Support in shaping pricing strategies
• Analyze deviations from budget forecast and historical performance; explain key drivers and recommend corrective actions.

What Were Looking For

• 10 years of experience in finance preferably in a Sales Company environment
• A university degree in Finance Accounting or a related field
• Fluency in English (spoken and written
• A good command of the Polish language is also required to ensure proper communication with the sales team
• Experience with SAP is welcomed but not mandatory
• Proficient communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with senior stakeholders and business leaders
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret even very small changes and fluctuations
• Ability to communicate financial insights in clear non-financial language to business stakeholders
• A curious initiative-driven practical approach and problem-solving mindset
• Openness to building positive relationships and engaging in cross-functional collaboration
• High level of precision and responsibility in meeting deadlines and delivering results on time
• Willingness to occasionally travel for business

What We Offer

• A collaborative inclusive international work environment built on trust and mutual respect
• Hybrid working module (3 times in the office per week)
• Career opportunities in a global company with over 35 years of presence in Poland
• An international team with great prospects for personal and professional development
• An annual performance-based bonus
• Access to private medical care and life insurance
• A variety of social benefits include lunch card holiday subsidy or sport card vouchers for Christmas and free parking.
• A fully employer-funded Employee Pension Program (PPE) (3.5%)
• Assistance from the VELUX Employee Foundation
• Discounts on VELUX products and more