.Financial AnalystJob Number :2402534Spain-Catalonia-BarcelonaLocation Type - HybridPosition title : Financial AnalystLocation : Barcelona area (Sant Cugat del Vallés), ESReports to : Finance ManagerContract type : Permanent, full-time, hybrid working systemYour Role & Team in a NutshellAs a Financial Analyst, you will prepare, analyse, and handle business financial reporting to help business leaders make informed, data-based decisions.You will act as a key partner for the Spanish Sales & Marketing teams. Your role will involve working on cross-functional projects for the Italy & Iberia cluster.You will be based in our office in Sant Cugat del Vallés (Barcelona area), being part of a Finance team of two people.We will help you achieve your goals and develop by providing regular feedback and access to online training courses.Your Key Responsibilities :Reporting and Monthly Closing :Prepare the necessary accruals, such as for Advertising & Promotion activities, Invoice to net items, etc.Prepare and analyse reporting (sales, gross margin, overhead, as part of the closing review.Conduct variance analysis.Budget / Forecast :Assist in the preparation of the budget & monthly forecast alongside the Finance Manager.Monitor variances throughout the year against the budget and forecast, implementing corrective actions if required.Management :Conduct profitability analyses and maintain and create reports for management (Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams) to drive the business most efficiently.Monitor and challenge expenses by cost centre.Develop a comprehensive understanding of all business areas.Construct business cases for initiatives such as changes in channel distribution and revisions to the Go-to-Market Model.Be proactive in proposing enhancements to reporting tools and identifying cost savings.Other Responsibilities :Contribute to cross-cluster projects.Provide business support to the Sales and Marketing teams.Undertake additional tasks related to pricing, customer strategy, and the management of Advertising & Promotional activities.What You'll NeedMinimum :Demonstrated experience in financial / FP&A roles in large organisationsGood command of MS Office with advanced Excel skillsFluent Spanish & English (written & spoken)Your advantage :Attention to details and quality of outputsExcellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environmentProactive with good communication skillsExperience with SAP (FI / CO module)Knowledge of PowerBI or similar tools would be an assetWhat You GainNewell Brands has a strong footprint in the EMEA region, with several thousand employees spread over many corporate offices and manufacturing facilities.You might recognise some of our iconic brands, like Parker, Sistema, Spontex, Crockpot, NUK, Coleman, and Yankee Candle, to name a few
