FP&AControlling Senior Analyst (French Speaker)

About Us

WTW is a leading advisory broking and solutions company with a storied history dating back to 1828. From the Titanic in 1912 to supporting the Moon Buggy in 1971 we have a legacy of turning risk into growth opportunities.

Our Lisbon Regional Delivery Hub is at the heart of this innovation with a vibrant team of over 300 professionals dedicated to excellence every day.

The Opportunity

Are you ready to take your career to the next level WTWs Finance function is looking for a FP&A/Controlling Senior Analyst (French speaker) to join our Global Finance Analytics Centre of Expertise (GFA CoE) team. You will play a critical role in driving business value partnering closely with Business Finance teams and the broader GFA CoE global team across WTWs Centres.

What Youll Do

As aFP&A/Controlling Senior Analyst you will be at the forefront of financial planning and will work closely with Business Finance leaders in delivering FP&A processes reporting analytics forecasting and planning and become a trusted adviser by delivering the right insights within agreed deadlines and with the quality controls needed.

Key responsibilities can include the following:

• Lead Financial Planning:Drive the financial planning process for your assigned segment business unit region or function.
• Deliver Insights:Provide in-depth financial analysis reporting and key performance insights to support business results.
• Monthly Performance:Analyse monthly financial performance against budget and forecast identifying risks and opportunities.
• Growth Analysis:Conduct client profitability analysis to support growth.
• Cost Management:Report and analyse salary benefits and other costs.
• Financial Reconciliation:Reconcile financial data across systems and resolve discrepancies.
• Financial Control: Assist in the month end close process by preparing recurring/standard and ad hoc reports researching general ledger activities and variances to budget and prior year.
• Dashboard Review:Develop analyse and comment on dashboard outputs presentations and financial models.
• Budget Assistance:Assist with establishing WTWs budget and forecast.
• Process Improvement:Assess improve and automate processes creating and maintaining standard operating procedures documentation. Promote knowledge sharing of best practices within your assigned area and beyond.
• Knowledge gathering: Build knowledge through interactions with business stakeholders. Execute on personal development objectives and training. Take a proactive approach to build knowledge beyond your core deliverables identifying opportunities for improvement and value add insights.
• Smooth Transitions:Ensure smooth transitions of processes and tasks between teams. Act as a review point for activities being delivered within your assigned area.
• Global Standards:Adhere to global service standards and internal procedures.
• Ad-Hoc Support:Provide ad-hoc and project support as needed.

In additional to your extensive financial acumen the ideal candidate will bring:

• An analytical and data-driven approach forming insightful recommendations to enable decision making.
• A change agent mindset - comfortable with ambiguity and applying continuous improvement methodologies.
• An ability to work independently and also as part of team. You will relish problem solving opportunities handle competing priorities well and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• An ability to build credible relationships with key stakeholders across seniority levels in a multi-location environment.

What Youll Bring

Your expertise and experience will be key in driving our financial strategy and success:

• Education:Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Management or another quantitative field.A Masters degree is a plus. Professional accounting certifications are desired.
• Professional Experience: 4-6 years of relevant FP&A experience in a large company and/or public accounting setting.
• Technical Skills:Proficient in MS Office Advanced Excel and experience with FP&A and Business Intelligence applications (Hyperion Planning / ePBCs Anaplan Power BI Tableau Alteryx).
• Languages:Written and oral communication skills in English and French are essential for this position. Spanish and/or Italian language skills are a plus.
• Detail-Oriented:Strong attention to detail and a data-driven analytical approach.
• Growth mindset: Be open for new challenges and willing to undertake additional responsibilities. Take initiative and contribute to a continuous improvement environment.
• Team Player:Ability to work independently and as part of a global team across geographies

Why WTW

At WTW we offer more than just a jobwe offer a career. Heres what you can expect:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working options to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from an attractive performance-related remuneration system.
• Global Exposure: Join an international consultancy with the security of a global corporation and renowned clients.
• Career Development: Experience a steep learning curve and ample opportunities for individual career growth through on-the-job learning and specialist training.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a collegial appreciative and dynamic environment where decisions are made together.
• Impactful Work: Quickly take on responsibility and make an impact with direct customer contact.
• Community and Celebration: Participate in corporate events and celebrate our successes together.

Join Us!

Be part of a team that values innovation excellence and collaboration. At WTW your career is more than just a jobits a journey. Apply now and turn your potential into success with WTW!

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer.