IC Financial Reporting Analyst

Job description 

Job title:  Financial Reporting Analyst 

Work Level:  1D 

Scope: Local 

Reports to: IC Finance Lead 

Location: Bucharest  

Terms & Conditions:  Fulltime Hybrid  

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or consider choosing to work for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025. 

Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent within our Ice Cream company. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company. We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us. 

ABOUT ICE CREAM: Life Tastes Better With Ice Cream 

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win. 

We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.  

JOB PURPOSE: 

Your purpose is to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial data to drive informed business decisions. You will play a crucial role in managing and analyzing financial reports, supporting financial planning and budgeting, and conducting forecasting and variance analysis. You will be responsible for delivering precise and timely financial reports, aiding in strategic financial planning, and ensuring robust financial budgeting processes. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Support for the month closing process and periodic reports to the Group (sales data analysis, monthly cost analysis, etc.); 

• Assist the Finance Manager in the monthly forecast process and other ad hoc analyses; 

• Works closely with the sales department to improve channel performance, analyze discounts granted, planned promotional campaigns and calculate their profitability; 

• Monitors, analyzes and generates recommendations regarding investments made in areas of Marketing, Distribution and other direct expenses related to the business; 

• Support in the annual planning process: providing scenarios together with related financial modeling (example: profitability calculation for future innovations/new products that are to be launched, investments in new customers, development of new products, etc.); 

• Coordinates on behalf of the financial department the review of the entire price list of products sold to customers; 

• Supports business decisions by preparing "what if" scenarios; 

• Responsible for improving processes and systems within the organization. 

• Providing other financial analysis at the request of partners in the organization. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:  

SKILLS: 

• Ability to analyze sales data, monthly costs, and other financial metrics to support month-end closing and periodic reporting. 

• Experience in assisting with monthly forecasts, annual planning, and financial modeling for future innovations and investments. 

• Strong collaboration skills 

• Proficiency in identifying and implementing process and system improvements within the organization. 

• High proficiency in Excel for data analysis and financial modeling. 

• A proactive attitude and drive to support business decisions, prepare "what if" scenarios, and provide ad hoc financial analyses. 

EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role; 

• Advanced English level 

• Advanced Excel level 

• Knowledge of SAP, Power BI is considered a plus 

• Proactive and driven 

LEADERSHIP (BEHAVIOURS):  

• PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed. 

• PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience. 

• CONSUMER & CUSTOMER LOVE: Brings the voice of the consumer into everything we do, always. 

• PURPOSEFUL IMPACT: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.  

• AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills. 

• TALENT CATALYST: Inspire people to grow, with support and honesty. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.  

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE? 

Please apply via this portal as e-mail applications will not be processed. By applying to this role, you are confirming that you have informed your Line Manager and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to be applying for other positions.     

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment journey. Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact your Talent Partner: Carmen Bocanet at carmen.bocanet@unilever.com