Senior Finance Analyst (Remote)

Overview

This role supports profitable growth of the VMS portfolio across Europe, AOA, and LatAm by serving as a trusted financial business partner to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include strategic financial planning, forecasting, P&L performance monitoring, variance analysis, and translating complex data into clear, actionable insights to guide business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support product innovation and renovation initiatives through financial modeling and P&L scenario analysis.
• Manage the full P&L budget in partnership with Sales and Marketing, including:
  • Budget reviews
  • Monthly forecast phasing
  • Approval of budget adjustments
  • Price vs. RIG analysis
• Collaborate with Finance Operations and Supply Chain teams to identify and implement cost optimization opportunities.
• Support and ensure accurate monthly P&L forecasts by actively participating in business planning and trade meetings, while maintaining forecast data within the FIT reporting tool.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to cross-functional teams to drive optimal manufacturing cost and product mix strategy.
• Support Period End Close (PEC) activities by ensuring P&L accuracy and integrity, conducting variance analysis, developing financial reports, and preparing presentations for business decision-making.
• Continuously assess and improve financial processes and reporting practices, implementing enhancements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), and/or Accounting.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex data, identify opportunities and risks, and communicate insights effectively.
• Experience with SAP, BW, and advanced Excel tools, including PivotTables.
• Strong understanding of the key drivers of product profitability and P&L performance.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and present actionable insights in a concise, structured manner.
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles and activity-based costing methodologies.
• Proven ability to partner effectively across cross-functional teams and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Results-oriented self-starter with initiative, intellectual curiosity, and an end-to-end business mindset.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering accurate financial analysis with first-time quality and providing thoughtful, value-added business insights.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence decision-making and drive business results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a consumer packaged goods (CPG) or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Nestlé Accounting Standards (NAS) for internal candidates.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $90,000.00 to $105,000.00 per year
• Bonus eligibility: Yes
• Pay range note: The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range.
• Benefits: Performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, including a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

Location

Europe, AOA, and LatAm (regional coverage required).