FP&A Analyst at Coca-Cola

In this role you will provide timely and accurate analyses and reports to Senior Management and relevant stakeholders on actual and forecasted performance, supporting the decision-making process. You will support the Rolling Estimates (RE) and Business Plan (BP) processes based on business needs and provide guidance to countries throughout the RE and BP cycles. You will prepare deep-dive financial analyses, modelling, and forecast scenarios to help the organization make informed decisions using strong business and financial insights. You will utilize BPC, BW, and EDGE systems for BP, RE, and actual performance deliverables, bridge the gap between financial data and business strategy through financial models and analysis, and support various corporate projects as required.

IN THIS EXCITING ROLE YOU WILL:

• Ensure processes and documentation relating to BP/RE reflect the business reality and are up to date
• Collect, validate, and analyze Actual, RE and BP financials (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and additional templates). Identify and analyze variances between plans and/or actuals
• Create financial models to assess potential scenarios and their impact on the organization
• Analyze financial statements, key performance indicators (KPIs), and variances to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasting financial performance based on historical data and market trends
• Promote knowledge sharing and urge for continuous skills & capabilities' development (personal or team)
• Actively participate in the design and implementation of Business Information systems, support in creating an innovative tool including all Business /Financial information 
• Drive initiatives for process optimization, reporting process (e.g. data accuracy and timeliness,) lead projects and deliver training to peers within Finance or Commercial expertise 
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including country operations, and Senior Management, to gather and process information, extract actionable insights that will support decision-making

YOU CAN BE SUCCESFULL IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a role related to financial analysis
• Background in a consulting or audit firm will be an asset
• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required, while a master's degree or professional certification (e.g. CFA, ACCA, CIMA) are desirable.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills: Essential for interpreting financial data and building models
• Understanding of financial statements and accounting principles: Enables accurate analysis and interpretation of financial performance
• AI experience will be a plus
• Very strong IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint and business modeling are a must, BW/BPC/Power BI knowledge preferred)
• Ability to build relationships across a multi-cultural environment, that enable results                                           
• Strong verbal and written English skills             
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Highly adaptable to cultural differences