BUSINESS ANALYST AND CONTROLLING

Description

As Business Analyst & Controlling, you will contribute to the achievement of business objectives by supporting planning processes, monitoring financial and operational performance, and providing accurate analysis to guide decision-making.

The role ensures reliable reporting, clear visibility on key business drivers and timely identification of variances, risks and opportunities, supporting the organization in maintaining financial discipline, improving performance and achieving budget targets.

Les missions

Main Accountabilities

• Prepare the sales budget and revisions
• Monitor performance of sales, margins and highlighting main variances for different areas (by channel, by product, by region)
• Monthly P&L; reporting highlighting main variations vs Budget and Previous Year in order to ensure monitoring of budget targets (both at consolidated and market)
• 3-Year Plan projection and preparation for the various channels
• Preparation of ad hoc reports, presentations as requested by Commercial Regional Managers
• Review the monthly Marketing Budget for monitoring A&P; spending.
• Act as a finance business partner, providing financial analysis, business insights and constructive recommendations to support decision-making and performance management.
• Analyze Advertising & Promotion spending by project, supporting budget monitoring, approval processes, actual tracking and return-on-investment assessment.
• Contribute to month-end closing activities by ensuring the accuracy, consistency and timely availability of financial data in coordination with the relevant finance processes.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of standard reporting methodologies, dashboards and business performance analysis tools.
• Manage and maintain controlling dimensions ensuring reliable data structure and effective analysis.
• Provide adequate financial documentation and analysis to support statutory closures, internal reviews and external audit requirements.
• Contribute to the development of a more analytical and performance-oriented approach across reporting and controlling activities, identifying opportunities to improve visibility, efficiency and decision support.

Profil

Qualifications Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting or related field. At least 2–4 years of relevant experience in controlling, business analysis, commercial finance or financial planning and analysis, preferably within a structured international environment. Solid knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, reporting techniques and P&L; analysis. Good understanding of accounting principles, cost controlling, margin analysis and financial performance indicators. Strong proficiency in Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of Power BI or other reporting and data visualization tools is a plus. Fluent English, both written and spoken; knowledge of additional languages is considered a plus. Soft Skills Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret financial data and translate numbers into clear business insights. Business awareness and commercial agility, with the ability to understand business priorities, operational dynamics and value creation levers. Accuracy, attention to detail and reliability in managing financial information, reporting deadlines and sensitive data. Proactive and solution-oriented approach, with the ability to identify risks, opportunities and improvement actions. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain financial topics clearly and challenge constructively. Collaborative attitude and entrepreneurial spirit, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a dynamic business environment.