Financial Analyst
At Lineage, helping to feed the world is more than a job – it’s a purpose we live every day. Lineage is the world’s largest and most innovative provider of temperature-controlled logistics solutions.
We are currently recruiting for a Financial Analyst to join our team located at our Bergen op Zoom or Rotterdam site in the Netherlands.
The Analyst of Financial Planning & Analysis will support the Financial Planning & Analysis budgeting/forecasting and process improvement initiatives for the European Lineage Logistics business. He/ She will be reporting to the Director Financial Planning & Analysis.
The analyst will be supporting in:
strategic financial planning modeling,
quarterly forecasting activities,
developing business metrics and support the business in achieving its targets,
management reporting and communications,
performing variance analysis
leading initiatives that support the global & regional FP&A roadmap.
This candidate will be an important member of the European Financial Planning & Analysis team and will also provide support to the regional teams within Lineage.
What are we looking for:
The ideal candidate will be exceptionally self-motivated and have a track record of “getting things done”. He/she will have a demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities prudently and allocate time and resources effectively. He/she must possess strong communication skills and be effective in interacting with international teams and top leadership. With an exceptional energy level, drive, and a commitment to excellence, he/she will be a natural leader who will inspire outstanding performance throughout the organization. Excellent problem solving and analysis skills are a must, as is the ability to demonstrate managerial courage by challenging the status quo in an open and honest manner.
Essential Job Functions:
Support the implementation and optimization of the corporate forecasting tool
Work cross-functionally with corporate partners, such as accounting, human resources, operations, and procurement.
Establish a deep understanding of the business and ability to convert data into insights , that support the business decision taking
Facilitate the annual budget and quarterly forecast process, including analysis of consolidated projections and (support) preparing management-level presentations.
Develop and deliver robust, consistent, and accurate analysis of business performance.
Analyze data and facilitate sound management decisions through financial and non-financial KPI reporting while highlighting material variances, trends, & risks/opportunities, and providing insightful commentary to the business and partners
Perform ad hoc analyses on financial data and business requests to monitor tactical decisions and enable strategic decision making.
Support, develop and maintain robust financial models and scenario planning.
Qualifications:
Bachelors or Masters in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Math or Statistics.
3+ years’ experience in Financial Planning and Analysis or Business Control.
3+ years’ experience in a large publicly traded company preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Budgeting Software skills.
Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized.
Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to think creatively, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
Demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on management capacity.
Job Reference: INDNL
