Job Description
Position Summary:
As the Finance Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Senior Analyst at NIQ, you will hold a critical role in the Global Finance Operations – within our Finance Planning & Analysis Service Delivery Team. Your primary focus will be on supporting strategic decision-making by delivering accurate financial analysis, forecasting, and performance insights. Reporting directly to the Regional FP&A Leader, the candidate will have a strong grasp of financial modelling, business acumen, and the ability to communicate insights effectively across departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans. Collaborate with business units to gather inputs and validate assumptions.
- Financial Analysis and Reporting: Analyse financial performance against budget and forecast. Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports with key insights and variance explanations. Support regional leadership with ad hoc analysis and scenario modelling with recommendations.
- Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand their financial needs and ensure the FP&A activities align with business objectives. Maintain clear and consistent communication to manage expectations and report findings.
- Data Management & Tools: Maintain and improve financial models and dashboards. Ensure data integrity across planning systems and reporting tools
- Process Improvement: Continuously seek ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes. Implement best practices in financial analysis and planning to enhance the operational workflow within the Finance department.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members within the FP&A Finance Operations organisation to ensure a cohesive approach to financial management and to foster an environment of learning and growth.