Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A or Commercial Finance)

This year we are celebrating 100 years of Ecolab. Our Kraków Centre of Excellence was opened in 2011 and is expanding the scope and diversity of roles. We are e are looking for talented people who will join us and have a real impact on the business.  We offer positions in FP&A, Commercial Finance, and Supply Chain Finance. Our business consists of different divisions and each of them has the own team who supports from the finance perspective. Thanks to this we are able to provide our employees constant development with different businesses and finance perspective.

What You Will Do:

• Coordination of monthly performance management cycle, business forecast, actual analysis, and reporting activities for Europe
• Communication across business partners, incl. Ecolab divisions, market representatives, Supply Chain and US headquarter on various business matters
• On-time and seamless forecast and plan data submission to the corporate management systems
• Timely preparation of presentation materials to support Sr. Leadership in business planning, strategic review meetings and monthly financial reviews
• Develop or/and improve management reports to support better business decisions. Be a system and management reporting expert for Europe finance stakeholders
• Provide financial support in the areas of deal analysis and contract negotiation, pro forma P&Ls, profit management, pricing strategy and execution, contract management, rebate analysis, capital investment, etc.
• Provide financial support in the areas of product pricing and margin analysis, margin improvement initiatives, P&L analysis and support, portfolio strategy and analysis, equipment management, profit improvement and other strategic business initiatives.
• Deliver various ad hoc analyses and support planning activities

What’s in it For You:

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary (Base pay & Variable Plan) and benefits package (private medical care, life insurance, stock purchase, lunch subsidy, sports cards).
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements with hybrid model of work (approx. 60% from the office and 40% from home)
• Matrix Organization: Thrive in our matrix organization, working across Europe with various teams and cultural backgrounds.
• Collaborative Environment: Strong teamwork and diverse interactions.
• Development Opportunities: Personalized plans with rapid progression
• Versatile Career Paths: Professional growth supported by active committee for different career levels.
• Supportive Culture: High employee satisfaction and responsive feedback.
• Learning and Innovation: Continuous learning and technical training incl. subject matter experts’ trainings, soft skills and management trainings and LinkedIn learning.
• Relocation Support: Assistance for international candidates and candidates living outside of Krakow.
• Social events such as family events and charity auctions.
• Comfortable working environment (Library, relaxation area, casual dress code).
• Parking space for cars and bikes.

What You Will Need:

• 4+ years relevant work experience in controlling, forecasting, planning, and financial management reporting in a multinational company
• Good knowledge of financial processes in industry and business understanding behind the financial numbers.
• Master’s degree in finance/Accounting. If undergraduate studies are not in finance, an accounting certification (ACCA, CIMA) in progress or completed preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to organize and synthesize large amounts of data into meaningful analysis
• Excellent excel modelling skills
• A self-motivated and high energy individual that thrives in an environment characterized by growth, change and opportunity
• Team player attitude, ability to adapt to complex situations
• English fluency mandatory and strong communication skills

We are committed to fair equal and diverse treatment of associates and applicants, furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. 

Apply today and join one of the most ethical companies with over a hundred years of history. 

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