Financial Planning Sr Analyst

Financial Planning Sr Analyst is responsible for the FP&A cycle, closure analysis, latest estimate, monthly forecasting, and Annual Operating Plan. The role is responsible for driving accurate financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support business performance and decision-making. It ensures timely closing, validation of results, and preparation of management insights across topline, costs, and operating expenses. The position collaborates with multiple functions to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and alignment with business strategy. It also oversees system administration, process controls, and audits, while supporting ad-hoc analysis. The role provides critical insights to leadership by consolidating forecasts, analyzing variances, and improving planning processes.

Lead Financial Reporting : Manage month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Performance Analysis : Consolidate and analyze topline metrics including gross sales, volume, pricing, and net revenue.

Expense Management : Develop and monitor operating expense (OpEx) plans; track and explain variances.

Marketing Spend Oversight : Plan and analyze Advertising & Marketing (A&M) expenditures in collaboration with the marketing team.

Forecasting & Variance Tracking : Monitor actuals vs. plan / forecast across revenue, expenses, and distribution to identify performance gaps.

Compliance & Controls : Ensure adherence to internal controls (GCS / SoX), audit requirements, and claim settlements.

Strategic Financial Support : Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives.

Digital Transformation : Champion the adoption of digital tools and MOSAIC planning to modernize financial processes.

Process Improvement : Drive continuous improvement through standardization, automation, and simplification of financial workflows.

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with Franchise, Commercial, Controls, and Corporate teams to support business unit goals and ensure effective communication across stakeholders.

Requirements

• Education : Finance, Economics, Engineering, Administration
• Minimum 3 years experience in Finance
• Computer literate – Advanced Excel, Power Point
• Language : English fluent
• Understanding of a P&L and its drivers
• Blend of control and planning finance
• Ability to understand financial models and scenarios
• Strategic Thinking and Planning skills
• Skilled at collaborating across cross-functional teams and with a multicultural experience