About the Role
We are representing a leading multinational FMCG organization seeking a Senior Commercial Analyst to support business performance through strong financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial insights. This role partners closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to drive data-driven decision-making and performance improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Budgeting & Planning
Lead budget planning and forecasting processes, including defining assumptions, consolidating inputs, and ensuring data consistency.
Support commercial teams in budget development, challenge assumptions, and prepare budget and forecast presentations.
Monthly Closing & Reporting
Prepare monthly provisional results and consolidate management reports.
Ensure timely and accurate monthly closings, including data validation and analysis within controlling systems.
Review accounting results for consistency and accuracy, working closely with the accounting team.
Business & Performance Analysis
Conduct variance analysis versus budget and prior year, providing clear insights and recommendations.
Present financial results to operational and commercial managers, proposing corrective actions and improvement plans.
Perform ad-hoc financial and operational analyses to support management decision-making.
Drive performance KPIs, cost analysis, profit centre analysis, and cash management initiatives.
Forecasting
Support the development of rolling forecasts, validating data accuracy and preparing forecast presentations for management.
Internal Controls & Processes
Design and implement internal policies and procedures aligned with group guidelines and local business objectives.
Ensure compliance with controlling standards and reporting requirements.
Stakeholder & Functional Management
Partner cross-functionally with commercial, operations, and finance teams to deliver insights and support business decisions.
Act as a key finance business partner, enabling stakeholders to effectively use financial tools and data.
Additional Responsibilities
Participate in special projects and ad-hoc assignments as required.
Requirements
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
3–5 years of experience in commercial finance, controlling, FP&A, or business analysis, preferably within FMCG or manufacturing.
Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting.
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in Excel and financial systems / controlling tools.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, matrix environment.
Why Join
Opportunity to work with a market-leading multinational organization.
Strong exposure to commercial decision-making and senior stakeholders.
Dynamic role with regional and cross-functional collaboration.
