Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst (Centre of Expertise)

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This position reports to

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will be providing financial planning and analysis expertise to the organization by compiling and analyzing metrics, identifying trends and problems, communicating information to relevant groups and recommending actions to improve financial performance. 

The work model for the role is: hybrid #hybrid_Li 

This role is contributing to the PAEN Division in Kraków for BL Digital. You will be mainly accountable for: 

• Validating the accuracy of financial data, business info, and reports through analysis, reconciliation, and reviewing exceptions 
• Providing recommendations to improve data quality 
• Analyzing business performance vs. plan and forecast 
• Supporting the global Digital team with external Purchase Orders, invoicing, payments, and provisions 
• Performing month-end closing activities 
• Collaborating with financial professionals to analyze financial performance drivers 
• Conducting cost/benefit analysis 
• Preparing ad-hoc reports as requested by business/functions
• Supporting financial reporting, business planning, and forecasting preparation 
• Optimizing performance by developing automated solutions, eliminating duplications, and coordinating information You will join a dynamic, talented, high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role

• You are highly skilled in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Power BI, and the finance and accounting market
• You have up to 2 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis or Reporting
• You are qualified in SAP FICO modules, Microsoft Office particularly in excel with hands-on experience preferred
• You are passionate about analytical problem-solving and attention to details
• You have a demonstrated track record in Finance and Accounting, with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• You are experienced in project business and project controlling and are motivated to work with diverse teams across different countries
• You are at ease communicating in English
• You hold current VISA/work permit valid in Poland