Fpa analyst Vacatures

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We are Kao, listed as one of the world's most ethical companies for the last 20 years.

Our EMEA brand portfolio spans across three sectors; Consumer Care ( John Frieda, Guhl, Bondi Sands, Bioré, Jergens, Curél), Professional Hair ( Goldwell, Oribe, KMS Hair, Kerasilk ), and Molton Brown.

Our corporate philosophy, The Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.

About our role:

Displayed pay range (base salary) is a guide and local market specific. The pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on skill set and professional experience assessed throughout the interview process.

EUR 42,150 - EUR 63,000

This is a key role supporting the FP&A Director for the Professional Haircare business, contributing to global management reporting, business planning, and commercial insight, with a focus on driving financial performance. The FP&A Analyst will support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for the salon business, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and robust planning processes.

The role involves working closely with stakeholders across R&D, Marketing, functional cost owners, and central FP&A teams. This position goes beyond traditional financial control, providing proactive guidance and support to budget holders on all aspects of budget management and profitability.

• Drive the budget & planning process

• Produce management reports and provide clear explanations for performance variances to support organizational objectives. Analyse variances and explore variances/potential problems with line managers.

• Support month-end close activities; ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Work with budget holders to ensure they understand the financial information and their impact on organization. Develop and maintain good relationships with all stakeholders. Provide all budget holders with up-to-date information in relation to their budgets.

• Develop and implement solutions to improve efficiency on reporting and processes. Attend and contribute to steering/focus groups; support finance projects (global and local) and ad hoc process improvements. Be open to change and adapt to new ways of delivering business services.

• Fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a degree in an analytical discipline preferred.

• 4+ years' experience in relevant finance roles within an international, matrix organisation, with first-hand experience in management accounting, planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

• FMCG experience is preferred, ideally within a branded, product-led, and consumer- or customer-insight-driven environment.

• Advanced financial analysis and business partnering capabilities, with high proficiency in Excel, SAP, BPC, and BI tools.

• Ability to simplify complex data sets into clear, actionable insights.

• Highly organised with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, while maintaining a solid strategic overview across large volumes of information.

At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results.

• An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together.
• Respect, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of how we work.
• A workplace culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, with opportunities to get involved in initiatives such as Mental Health First Aiders, our Charity Committee, and DE&I communities
• A broad range of benefits, including flexible working, competitive salaries, health and wellbeing offers, pension schemes, insurance options, and more…
• Learning and development opportunities

Your voice matters here, we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams.

Salary: 42150 – 63000 EUR / YEAR

Over de vacature

We are Kao, listed as one of the world's most ethical companies for the last 20 years.

Our EMEA brand portfolio spans across three sectors; Consumer Care ( John Frieda, Guhl, Bondi Sands, Bioré, Jergens, Curél), Professional Hair ( Goldwell, Oribe, KMS Hair, Kerasilk ), and Molton Brown.

Our corporate philosophy, The Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.

Displayed pay range (base salary) is a guide and local market specific. The pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on skill set and professional experience assessed throughout the interview process.

EUR 42,150 - EUR 63,000

This is a key role supporting the FP&A Director for the Professional Haircare business, contributing to global management reporting, business planning, and commercial insight, with a focus on driving financial performance. The FP&A Analyst will support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for the salon business, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and robust planning processes.

The role involves working closely with stakeholders across R&D, Marketing, functional cost owners, and central FP&A teams. This position goes beyond traditional financial control, providing proactive guidance and support to budget holders on all aspects of budget management and profitability.

What you will do:

• Drive the budget & planning process

• Produce management reports and provide clear explanations for performance variances to support organizational objectives. Analyse variances and explore variances/potential problems with line managers.

• Support month-end close activities; ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Work with budget holders to ensure they understand the financial information and their impact on organization. Develop and maintain good relationships with all stakeholders. Provide all budget holders with up-to-date information in relation to their budgets.

• Develop and implement solutions to improve efficiency on reporting and processes. Attend and contribute to steering/focus groups; support finance projects (global and local) and ad hoc process improvements. Be open to change and adapt to new ways of delivering business services.

• Fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a degree in an analytical discipline preferred.

• 4+ years' experience in relevant finance roles within an international, matrix organisation, with first-hand experience in management accounting, planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

• FMCG experience is preferred, ideally within a branded, product-led, and consumer- or customer-insight-driven environment.

• Advanced financial analysis and business partnering capabilities, with high proficiency in Excel, SAP, BPC, and BI tools.

• Ability to simplify complex data sets into clear, actionable insights.

• Highly organised with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, while maintaining a solid strategic overview across large volumes of information.

At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results.

• An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together.
• Respect, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of how we work.
• A workplace culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, with opportunities to get involved in initiatives such as Mental Health First Aiders, our Charity Committee, and DE&I communities
• A broad range of benefits, including flexible working, competitive salaries, health and wellbeing offers, pension schemes, insurance options, and more…
• Learning and development opportunities

Your voice matters here, we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams.

This is a hybrid role- 2 days per week in the office.

Salary: 42150 – 63000 EUR / YEAR