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General Information:

Mission:

The Financial and Planning Specialist's mission is to ensure the monthly reporting of Verallia's information, meticulously aligning reports, results notebooks, PO budget controls, budgets, and reforecasts with Verallia Group's rigorous standards. They are dedicated to providing consistent support to the board, delegation, and headquarters, enabling informed strategic decisions and facilitating the approval of purchase requests through accurate data and insights.

Dimension:

Number of customers: High level of coordination with bank + external tax accountant

Detailed Tasks & Responsibilities:

Financial Compliance and Reporting

Ensure compliance with Verallia Group's regulations and current and international legislation.
Apply these regulations in the analysis, monthly closing, and of reports for headquarters.
Cost Control and Accounting Monitor and analyze expenses of cost centers at the headquarters. Ensure accurate accounting for these expenses.

Data Analysis and Reporting

Analyze and validate VUSA production and sales data biweekly (Flash J+15) for reporting to headquarters.
Analyze and validate VUSA data for Financial Performance and IT phases for annual reporting according to the Corporate calendar.
Consolidate VUSA presentations for the board and Corporate, including analysis and comments.

Cross-Functional Data Monitoring

Monitor reports based on data from various departments, including sales, tonnage, quality issues, disputes, margins, HR, Safety, and Industrial areas. Use data for analysis, monitoring, and provisions, if necessary.

Budget and Forecast Management

Ensure implementation of guidelines defined in the Budget, PO (Purchase Orders), and RFs (Reforecasts).
Provide data to involved sectors for decision-making, including gathering data on growth forecasts, investments, sales projections, and expenses.
Evaluate comparative reports of budget vs. actual and analyze deviations, presenting them for discussion with the board.

Commercial Support

Provide support to commercial areas, including margin studies, sales forecasts, budget control, historical data collection, and selling price analysis.
Ensure alignment with business objectives.
Data Accuracy and Reporting Ensure data accuracy in Magnitude according to Accounting standards.
Meet reporting deadlines to headquarters as per the Corporate calendar.

Monthly Results

Booklet Validation Validate the monthly results booklet, comparing budgeted vs. actual vs. historical data.
Provide justifications for variations based on departmental information to aid in decision-making and planning redirection. P

Purchasing Approval

Analyze and approve pre-purchase orders in the electronic market and SAP.
Identify and request justifications from the plant or purchasing department if necessary to ensure data accuracy.

Compliance with Group Principles

Observe and adhere to Verallia Group's Principles of Behavior and Action.
This refined format provides clear headings for each responsibility and duty, making it easier to understand the role and its requirements.

Profile:

Level of Education / Specific Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Accounting/Tax certification
: Fluency in English
Specific knowledge: Accounting principles, cloud-based accounting software, SAP
Previous Experience: Proven multi-tasking skills in Finance, Controlling, Treasury, Internal Audit, Developing Standards, Auditing, Accounting, Corporate Finance, Tracking Budget; Performance-driving mindset; Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with intense deadline; Commitment to excellence and high standards; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Ability to work with all levels of management; Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; Proficient on SAP and Microsoft Suite of Products with an Advanced knowledge of Excel.
Critical Competencies / Qualities for the Position: Analytical, Problem Solving, Project Management, Change Management, Delegation, Strong Entrepreneurial Mindset, Strategic Thinking, Professionalism, Respect, Teamwork, Integrity.

Financial & Planning Specialist

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