Sr Associate, Financial Planning and Analysis

SC Johnson

  • Milano Arese, Milano
  • Formazione
  • Full time
  • 8 giorni fa
SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.SR. ANALYST, FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS
  • Location: Arese, Milan
  • Function: Finance & Controlling
Overview:About the roleThe primary purpose of the position is to act as a Business Partner to the Local Sales and Commercial Team as well as Regional Business & Finance Teams, with regards to supporting profitable sales growth. This role is a key part of the financial support of the Local Consumer business and will have contact with a wide variety of people at local country level, Shared Service Centre and European HQ.About the Team/DepartmentThe candidate will report to the Director, Financial Planning & Analysis Sales - Southern GroupResponsibilities:Financial and Business Support:
  • Act as a Finance Business Partner to the Commercial Team, supporting business in managing portfolio mix and evaluating all local initiatives with customers and consumers
  • Joint Business Plans and Customer Thought Leadership support - Partner with Sales team to develop strong business plans that deliver against SCJ objectives of profitable growth, maximizing Net Pricing and ensuring conditionality
  • Optimize Trade Spending and Customer Mix - Analyse trade spending plans with Sales team to maximize Net Pricing and reduce Gross to Net
  • Support marketing and commercial functions during new product launches and support pricing strategy / promo equity allocation
  • Play an active role in the monthly S&OP cycle via sound analysis and driving forecast accuracy
  • Analyse and Optimize Promotional spend behind priorities and improved ROI, working with Customer Marketing and the Sales Teams
  • Perform, analyse and understand monthly results and ensure business partners are regularly updated on performance and full year forecasts
  • Support completion of the annual budget, as well as forecast and re-estimate
  • Coordinate monthly S&OP financial process with key stakeholders and translate forecast into accurate financials, developing contingencies plans and evaluate business opportunities with cluster & local business partners
  • Drive simplification initiatives and best practices in coordination with rest of Cluster Finance team
  • Support the organization in the phase-in/phase out of new products, minimizing obsolescence and providing alternative plans to accelerate stock depletion
  • Ensure processes and controls are fit for purpose in the sales control environment
  • Improve A/R - Work with the SSC A/R team, Credit & Collections Analyst and the local Sales Teams to minimize Accounts Receivables and facilitate timely resolution of open deductions and outstanding invoices
  • Secure compliance with SOAR / GIA policies and accounting principles
  • Respond to ad-hoc queries
Experience you'll bring:
  • Graduate level in business/finance or equivalent
  • Commercial Controlling Experience, incl. Budgeting, PxP, PxC
  • USGAAP exposure
  • Solid accountancy understanding and experience
  • Project Management Experience
  • Fluent in English and ideally Italian
  • 3 /5years of experience
Behaviors you'll need:
  • Have strong commercial awareness understanding the wider context in which the business operates
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills, working with all levels within a cross-functional organization
  • Strong drive for results, accuracy and controls compliance
  • Demonstrate ability to influence across the organization
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities - Value Added mentality
You must be legally eligible to work in the countryThis role isn't eligible for international relocationWhat's in it for you?Based in Arese - Milan, we can offer you a competitive salary and profit share as well as smart working. We care about the well-being of our people and other benefits include medical cover, life insurance, subsidy canteen and SCJ Holiday program. The facilities in Arese include swimming pool, tennis court, games room and free parking, bus shuttle.About us:SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.Inclusion & DiversityWe're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at .Save Job

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