FP&A 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 Planning and Reporting: Actively participating in the development of annual financial plans and forecast updates, as well as preparing periodic reports and dashboards (e.g., KPIs) to facilitate business decision-making by management Financial Analysis: Comparing actual results with the budget and forecasts, and diagnosing the causes of variances Business Partnering: Ongoing communication with local controllers and managers from various countries to discuss results and act as a strategic business partner Automation and Optimization: Working to improve reporting tools and optimize processes, as well as implementing new solutions in financial systems (such as SAP or Oracle) Accounting Support: Close collaboration with the accounting department (Record to Report) during month-end close processes, ensuring the accuracy of financial data Risk Management and Control: Coordinating internal control and risk management activities for the GBS center and affiliates Qualifications Professional Experience: 2 to 4 years of experience in controlling, financial analysis, auditing (e.g., Big Four), or accounting departments Higher Education: Degree in Finance and Accounting, Economics, Quantitative Methods, Econometrics, or a related field Certifications: Possession of, or currently pursuing, prestigious business certifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CFA, or CertGBS is a strong asset SSC/GBS Background: Knowledge of shared service center specifics and the internal client service model Advanced MS Excel (Must-Have): Proficiency in pivot tables, logical formulas, Power Query, and the ability to build complex financial models Systems & Tools: Practical knowledge of ERP systems (SAP or Oracle), Business Intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau), and EPM planning systems (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan, SAP BPC) Finance & Accounting Principles: Practical knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP, and a solid understanding of the P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements Analytical Capabilities: Ability to interpret financial ratios, calculate project profitability (e.g., ROI, NPV), draw conclusions from large datasets, and understand internal control frameworks and risk assessment methodologies Languages: Fluent English (min. B2/C1) for daily operations, reporting, and presentations. Additional languages are a significant plus Business Partnering & Leadership: Ability to work in matrixed organizations, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and clearly explain complex financial data to non-finance professionals Time Management & Resilience: Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain structure, and work under time pressure to meet tight deadlines (e.g., during quarterly forecasts and year-end closings) Mindset: Proactive, curious, detail-oriented, and improvement-focused approach to problem-solving Business Travel: Willingness to travel for business purposes (around 15% of the time). 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 Biała Podlaska, Al. 1000-lecia 6 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