Modern Trade Commercial Finance Analyst, Ukraine & Eurasia

Summary:

You will perform detailed finance work, transactions and data structuring under the guidance of the Finance Manager. You will collect data, be responsible for maintaining information integrity, monitor reconciliations and conduct basic checks and controls.

• 1. Plan, analyze, govern Gross To Net for MT channel in Ukraine/Eurasia
• Determine cost structure of MT Contracts. Build and maintain Client's P&L, support Client's business planning, financial performance measurement and expense control.
• Ensure timely and proper Client's Contract's T&C approval according to policy and Contract signature.
• Manage Client's credit risk profile (limits) and collaborate with Credit Controllers on ensuring timely payments.
• 2. Be a subject matter expert, coordinate and manage budgeting and reporting process within IBP:
• Provide meaningful, timely and accurate information in Monthly Deck to Managing Directors, monitor ongoing performance and assist in reporting results to HQ.
• Track and report key financial KPI's and alert Sales management on deviations from targets and strategies - provide G2N drivers on monthly basis.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure visibility of the system for reporting and in-depth analysis of MT G2N
• govern Key Accounts planning tool within IBP process for proper reflection of channel mix and any deviations of approved budgets.
• 3. Be a consultant and partner for Sales Teams on T&C and contracts issues, developing ad-hoc analysis, tools, and recommendations for proper leverage of opportunities and risk management.
• Support Sales in their control and management of the trade spending budget, including trade deals and customer allowances.
• Ensure proper recording and reporting of trade spends according to policy guidance (TDA creation, management, linkage with AP and AR).
• Provide in-depth analysis of trade spending versus agreed targets for Categories leading to the identification of opportunities and risks and recommended actions.
• Monitor and provide support in controlling pricing execution, trade change and customer mix within area and country business.
• Support accurate forecasting and analysis of MT channel
• Support the three Categories and CP+A teams to execute respective revenue plans for Ukraine/Eurasia
• Lead and manage Ukraine/Eurasia Net revenue closing
• Support the business to implement required changes behind stronger commercial controls (e.g. Gross Up project, other CSA actions)
• Deliver all above with helping to maintain a sound control environment with no surprises and avoiding tax risks

Profile:

• Finance/Accounting preferred qualification
• Bachelor's or master degree (ACCA/CIMA/CPA preferred)
• 4+ years of strong financial experience in multinational companies. Sales background would be a significant advantage.
• Strong team management skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across geographies
• Fluent English