Regional Financial Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Supports trend analyses of key P&L lines and works closely with Cluster DS teams to generate a holistic view of the financial performance of the BU across the region. Analyzes actuals and ensures follow-up on gaps between versus DF/Targets
• Ensures that a solid business planning process is in place across the business to provide transparency on forecasts, gaps, risks and opportunities
• Support the execution / consolidation / reporting of different planning cycles (ATLAS, MBS, DF, ...) across the BU, coordinating with co-pilots and business partners
• Ensure that planning tools work efficiently, working procedures are documented, and that there is integration and consistency within system and scope
• Optimize marketing investments, drive ROI improvements, and ensure investments are evaluated as per Pre & Post evaluation requirements (completion, learning log...).
• Ensure initial Base Financial Forecast run is populated to enable BU Controllers to run simulations and provide necessary support for their business simulation activities
• Stewards of the Financial Planning process for financial deliverables. Ensure timely dissemination of related information to all stakeholders