FP&A Analyst

<p>We are Kao, listed as one of the worlds most ethical companies for the last 20 years.</p><p>Our EMEA brand portfolio spans across three sectors; <strong>Consumer Care</strong> (John Frieda, Guhl, Bondi Sands, Bioré, Jergens, Curél),<strong> Professional Hair</strong> (Goldwell, Oribe, KMS Hair, Kerasilk), and <strong>Molton Brown.</strong></p><p>Our corporate philosophy, The Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect.</p><p><strong>About our role:</strong></p><p>Displayed pay range (base salary) is a guide and local market specific. The pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on skill set and professional experience assessed throughout the interview process.</p><p>EUR 42,150 - EUR 63,000</p><p>This is a key role supporting the FP&A Director for the Professional Haircare business, contributing to global management reporting, business planning, and commercial insight, with a focus on driving financial performance. The FP&A Analyst will support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for the salon business, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and robust planning processes.</p><p>The role involves working closely with stakeholders across R&D, Marketing, functional cost owners, and central FP&A teams. This position goes beyond traditional financial control, providing proactive guidance and support to budget holders on all aspects of budget management and profitability.</p><br><br>De volledige functieomschrijving omvat alle bijbehorende vaardigheden, eerdere ervaring en eventuele kwalificaties die van sollicitanten worden verwacht.<br><ul><li>Drive the budget & planning process</li><li>Produce management reports and provide clear explanations for performance variances to support organizational objectives. Analyse variances and explore variances/potential problems with line managers.</li><li>Support month-end close activities; ensure timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Work with budget holders to ensure they understand the financial information and their impact on organization. Develop and maintain good relationships with all stakeholders. Provide all budget holders with up-to-date information in relation to their budgets.</li><li>Develop and implement solutions to improve efficiency on reporting and processes. Attend and contribute to steering/focus groups; support finance projects (global and local) and ad hoc process improvements. Be open to change and adapt to new ways of delivering business services.</li></ul><br><ul><li>Fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a degree in an analytical discipline preferred.</li><li>4+ years experience in relevant finance roles within an international, matrix organisation, with first-hand experience in management accounting, planning, budgeting, and forecasting.</li><li>FMCG experience is preferred, ideally within a branded, product-led, and consumer- or customer-insight-driven environment.</li><li>Advanced financial analysis and business partnering capabilities, with high proficiency in Excel, SAP, BPC, and BI tools.</li><li>Ability to simplify complex data sets into clear, actionable insights.</li><li>Highly organised with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, while maintaining a solid strategic overview across large volumes of information.</li></ul><p>At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results.</p><br><ul><li>An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together.</li><li>Respect, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of how we work. xcjrqgh </li><li>A workplace culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, with opportunities to get involved in initiatives such as Mental Health First Aiders, our Charity Committee, and DE&I communities</li><li>A broad range of benefits, including flexible working, competitive salaries, health and wellbeing offers, pension schemes, insurance options, and more…</li><li>Learning and development opportunities</li></ul><p>Your voice matters here, we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams.</p><p>Salary: 42150 – 63000 EUR / YEAR</p><br>