Global Manager, FP&A

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Job Overview: We are seeking a talented economics manager to manage our FP&A department, the role involves managing financial planning processes, budgeting, control, and financial analysis of results.

Key Responsibilities:

Management of Financial Planning Processes (FP&A):

• Lead the annual budgeting process at the group level
• Collaborate with project managers to develop budgets
• Formulate monthly and quarterly financial forecasts and adjust them based on business changes
• Create an annual forecast for all projects.
  
  

• Oversee budget control processes and project/department performance, comparing them to forecasts
• Conduct analytical analysis (budget vs. actual) of various project budgets, including calculating project profitability
  
  

• Perform financial analyses, comparative analyses, and risk identification
• Partner with department heads to lead economic decision-making processes. Provide economic insights to assist managers in making data-driven business decisions
• Identify opportunities for profitability improvement and business growth
• Serve as a strategic partner in financial management by analyzing and leading business plans
  
  

• Supervise the collections and invoicing process
• Oversee final reports for clients (project-level)
• Manage and track client payments
  
  

• Develop customized reports to meet departmental needs and provide ongoing support in understanding results and data
• Analyze variances between actual performance and original plans, offering recommendations for corrections and improvements
• Create operational reports and automate processes
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Accounting, or Industrial Engineering – required
• 5-7 years of experience in FP&A roles, a proven experience working in global settings
• Advanced financial analysis experience, including building forecasts and complex financial models
• Experience with ERP systems – NetSuite is a plus
• Excellent proficiency in Excel and other Office software
• High level of English proficiency – mandatory