Job purpose: Co-lead the company governance cycle (Financial performance, business planning and long-term strategic planning), aid in business planning, offer assessments, and identify opportunities. Provide finance-based strategic business partnering to the commerce function, aligning with company strategy while offering financial insights to drive informed decisions and enhance business performance.

 

Job responsibilities:

 

Business Partnering

Work with various departments to drive profit growth and cost-efficiency. Conduct scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of business decisions on finances, providing insights for decision-making. Lead business reviews to identify growth opportunities based on financial performance. Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

Lead the forecasting process for Sales and Marketing teams, including strategic and annual plans as well as their review, challenge and finalization. Optimize financial performance by executing Profit and Value Added (P&VA) allocations. Collaborate with teams to execute commerce strategies and meet business goals.

Financial Strategy Development

Work with leadership to create a financial strategy that aligns with the business goals. Develop financial objectives and KPIs to guide the company’s strategy.

Business Performance Management

Analyze and communicate Sales and Marketing performance. Ensure reporting provides clear insights and helps improve performance. Foster a culture of accountability and process efficiency.

Performance Measurement and Monitoring

Develop financial metrics to measure success and improve initiatives. Monitor financial indicators and compare against industry standards.

Risk Management

Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring financial stability.

Financial Reporting and Communication

Prepare and present financial reports to leadership and stakeholders. Simplify complex financial information for effective decision-making.

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams

Partner with various teams to understand and address their financial needs. Ensure financial considerations are integrated into overall business plans.

Continuous Improvement, Financial Governance, and Compliance

Improve financial processes, stay updated on trends, and ensure compliance with regulations. Enforce financial policies, work with auditors to ensure financial integrity.

 

Requirements:

 

Education: University Degree in economics, Finance or similar. Experience in working in an international environment and matrix structure. Experience in Business analytics, PMO. Business acumen (preferable FMCG) with proven commercial affinity Exposure to different stakeholders from diverse functions. Ability to manage large databases; skilful in managing analytical tools

 

Functional Competencies:

English: Proficient Storytelling and communication: Advance FP&A: Advance Strategic direction and alignment: Advance Business partnering: Advance Stakeholder management: Advance Cost / capital conscious mindset: Intermediate Business analysis and advisory: Intermediate Data-driven insights: Intermediate Change ambassador: Intermediate Simplification, automation and AI: Intermediate Innovation and project management: Basic Continuous process improvement: Basic