FP&A Senior Specialist

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Company Description SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries , supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals . With more than 145 years of service excellence , we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve t he highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability. Our brand promise – “when you need to be sure” – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability , enabling businesses to thrive with confidence . We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands , including Applied Technical Services , Brightsight , Bluesign and Nutrasource . Job Description Strategic Business Partnering and Consulting: Close collaboration with management (e.g., COOs, business unit CFOs) to interpret financial results. Translating complex technical data into business-friendly recommendations (Visual Storytelling) and providing insights that support key decisions Advanced Planning and Modeling: Coordinating the entire budget cycle or rolling forecasts for selected markets and divisions. Building, developing, and testing complex financial models (e.g., in Anaplan or Excel) and performing scenario analyses ("what-if") to assess risk and identify market opportunities Expert Analysis and Cost Management: Conducting in-depth root-cause analysis for deviations from budget assumptions. Managing advanced internal billing and cost allocation models (e.g., chargeback) Risk Management, Control, and Optimization: Coordinating risk management and internal control activities for the GBS center and affiliates. Promoting digitalization, process automation, and ensuring high-quality management reporting (data governance) Mentoring and Leadership: Working with a high degree of autonomy and acting as a mentor to junior analysts on the team. Creating and supporting training programs and sharing expert knowledge within the organization. Qualifications Professional experience: 4 to 6+ years of experience in FP&A, financial controlling, external auditing (e.g., Big 4), or transaction advisory services is required. Proven experience working in international structures (matrix organization) and within a GBS/SSC model is also essential Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, accounting, data analytics, econometrics, or quantitative methods Expert-level MS Excel: Ability to build multidimensional financial models, handle advanced macroeconomic simulations, and assess risk Advanced knowledge of ERP and EPM systems: Proficiency in working with the financial modules of SAP (including S/4HANA) or Oracle systems , as well as practical knowledge of planning systems (e.g., Anaplan, Hyperion, SAP BPC) BI tools at the "Developer" level: Advanced data modeling in Power BI or Tableau is required, including knowledge of DAX, Power Query, and building data flow structures Solid financial knowledge: A deep understanding of international financial standards (IFRS or US GAAP) and the relationships between financial statements. Experience with global cost allocation mechanisms (e.g., chargeback models) is also required Business acumen to link operational metrics with financial results. Proficiency in "Data Storytelling" – convincingly presenting conclusions to non-financial audiences. Ability to lead projects and act as a mentor for junior team members (Lateral Leadership). Leadership and Business Partnering competencies: * Ability to assertively manage stakeholders, including executive leadership (CFOs, operational directors) English language (C1/C2 level): Full fluency allowing for comfortable delivery of presentations, business negotiations, and preparation of formal analyses Business travel: Readiness for business trips (around 15%). Additional Information Check out what we have prepared for you: Stable employment based on a contract of employment ( umowa o pracę ) with fixed business hours, Mon-Fri (08:00/09:00 – 16:00/17:00), in a rapidly growing SSC sector company A fast and secure remote recruitment process , including the possibility of signing a preliminary agreement to secure your future employment Comprehensive onboarding tailored to your individual pace, with ongoing support from a Team Leader Hybrid work model Support in developing your individual career path Extensive benefits package: private medical care (Medicover), group insurance, access to the Medicover Benefits platform, co-financing for the Medicover Sport card, language course subsidies, additional leave for volunteering, and subsidies for eyeglasses Training platform and a wide range of specialized internal and external training sessions conducted by qualified experts Employee Referral Program , which rewards you for recommending new talent. Opportunities for active participation in various charitable initiatives supporting local communities and organizations Office location in the immediate vicinity of the "3 Stawy" Shopping Center, with easy access from the center of Katowice Dedicated parking for employees Działając na podstawie art. 24 ust. 1 ustawy z dnia 14 czerwca 2024 r. o ochronie sygnalistów (Dz. U. z 2024 r. poz. 928) informujemy, że w SGS Polska Sp. z o.o. oraz w SGS Global Business Services Europe Sp. z o.o. obowiązuje Procedura zgłoszeń wewnętrznych. Procedura zgłoszeń wewnętrznych jest dostępna na stronie internetowej pod poniższym linkiem: Procedura zgłoszeń wewnętrznych | SGS Poland