Senior Finance Analyst (Remote)

Overview

This role supports profitable growth of the VMS portfolio by serving as a trusted financial business partner across Europe, AOA, and LatAm. Working closely with the Senior Finance Director and cross-functional teams—including Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, and Customer Supply Chain—you will provide strategic financial insights to enable informed decision-making and business performance.

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, and Price vs. RIG analysis.
• Collaborate with Finance Operations and Supply Chain teams to identify and implement cost optimization opportunities.
• Ensure accurate monthly P&L forecasts through active participation in business planning and trade meetings; maintain forecast data within the FIT reporting tool.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to cross-functional teams to support an 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 improve financial processes and reporting practices by implementing enhancements that 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.
• Experience within a consumer packaged goods (CPG) or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to interpret complex data, identify opportunities and risks, and communicate insights effectively.
• Experience with SAP, BW, and advanced Excel tools, including PivotTables.
• Working knowledge of Nestlé Accounting Standards (NAS) preferred for internal candidates.
• 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 the ability to influence decision-making and drive business results.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $90,000.00 to $105,000.00 per year.
• Bonus eligibility: Yes.
• Performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, including:
  • 401k with company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Other benefits (specific details may vary by position)

Location

Europe, AOA & LatAm

Additional Information

• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
• Job Requisition: 423294

Equal Employment Opportunity

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.