The primary purpose of these roles is to oversee PGCS Ingredients and FP&A; Org, which encompass reporting, close, forecasting, and ad-hoc business analysis. This role requires the ability to quickly respond to stakeholder requests, building queries and subsequent action plans based on the data.The role is deeply involved in the close and forecasting processes, requiring a comprehensive understanding of the ingredient P&L; and key levels. Furthermore, the incumbent is responsible for conducting in-depth variance analyses across revenue and COGS. Additionally, this role acts as the primary point of contact for the business team and other key stakeholders, taking full ownership of PGCS COGS forecasts. It involves close coordination with other sectors to align PGCS-related forecasts and AOP costs in their P&L;, while understanding demand requirements for effective planning. The position also manages a team based out of ICC supporting COGS activities across various PGCS plants, including the overall consolidation of procurement finance.
The role is responsible for building and maintaining solid relationships with Senior Plant Directors and Sector Finance stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Manage Ingredient Finance & FP&A; team
- Review the performance bring new insights and identify opportunities to mitigate risks and improve financial performance
- Support in Periodic Forecasts, Actuals, Quarterly Business Plans and Annual Plans directly to leadership teams
- Support in Performance management reporting including insightful commentary on variances and business performance
- What – if and scenario analysis
- Data collection to support decision making
- Other adhoc data and report requests; Collaborate with cross-functional teams on ad-hoc projects as requested
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of reports and data in line with agreed SLA
- Engage with senior stakeholders within the team
- Acts as the primary point of contact for the business team and other key