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Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Controller

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Publicis Sapient

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance

AI generated summary

  • You need 1-3 years in FP&A, strong Excel skills, and problem-solving ability. Detail-oriented, self-starter, can manage projects under pressure. English required; German a plus.
  • You will analyze financial data, consolidate reports, support quarter-end closes, run business plans, gather KPI metrics, ensure efficient operations, and conduct ad hoc analysis as needed.

Requirements

  • 1 to 3 years of experience within FP&A or Financial/Management Reporting
  • Groupe/Industry experience preferred
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Excel; Oracle & PowerBI is an advantage.
  • Committed, detail oriented, self-starter with strong problem solving and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects / initiatives on tight schedules and timelines
  • Attention to detail and strong analytical, solution-oriented thinking
  • Enjoys working in a fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Excellent English language skills
  • German language skills are considered a plus

Responsibilities

  • Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly and Annual financial analysis (Budget, Forecast and Actuals)
  • Reach with the Controllership teams in monthly and quarterly closes to support in providing significant variances to budget/forecast and explain the reason why
  • Consolidate financial reports from business unit (Matrix Organisation) by rolling up inputs and reaching out for commentary to several stakeholders
  • Collaborate and support various processes
  • Ensure efficiency and consistency of planning across divisions.
  • Proactively considering improvements to existing processes how new decisions will impact existing processes. Have can do attitude
  • Prepare and run business plans (annual budget, rolling forecasts, project calculations)
  • Support and assisting in information gathering including KPI and other metrics
  • Ensures business is running smoothly and efficiently in terms of financial processes and operations.
  • Ensure accurate submission of all reports in compliance with Groupe's deadline.
  • Ad hoc analysis, projects, and other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Associate Analyst role?

The main focus of the Associate Analyst role is to support the International financial reporting team with a specific emphasis on the DACH market, coordinating forecasts and reporting functions across all business units.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

The position requires 1 to 3 years of experience within Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) or Financial/Management Reporting.

Which software skills are essential for candidates applying for this role?

Excellent knowledge of MS Excel is essential, and experience with Oracle and PowerBI is considered advantageous.

What type of work environment can candidates expect?

Candidates can expect a fast-paced and dynamic work environment that requires adaptability to changing business needs.

Are German language skills mandatory for this position?

German language skills are considered a plus but are not mandatory for this position. Excellent English language skills are essential.

What are some key responsibilities of the Associate Analyst?

Key responsibilities include performing financial analysis for budgets and forecasts, collaborating on process improvements, preparing business plans, and conducting ad hoc analyses as needed.

Is the company focused on diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Publicis Sapient is committed to equal employment opportunity and values an inclusive and diverse workforce.

What are the benefits of working at Publicis Sapient?

Benefits include insights into consulting, personal networking, access to advanced technology, numerous learning opportunities, health initiatives, and a vibrant workplace culture with community events.

How often are financial reports required to be consolidated?

Financial reports need to be consolidated weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually.

Will this position require collaboration with other teams?

Yes, the Associate Analyst will need to collaborate with various financial and business leaders across the organization.

What is the company’s approach to employee well-being?

The company prioritizes the well-being of its employees and organizes various health initiatives.

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Publicis Sapient

Helping organizations thrive in a digital-first world through Digital Business Transformation

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Publicis Sapient is a digital business transformation company. We partner with global organizations to help them create and sustain competitive advantage in a world that is increasingly digital. We operate through our expert SPEED capabilities: Strategy and Consulting, Product, Experience, Engineering and Data, which combined with our culture of curiosity and deep industry knowledge, enables us to deliver meaningful impact to our clients’ businesses through reimagining the products and experiences their customers truly value. Our agile, data-driven approach equips our clients’ businesses for change, making digital the core of how they think and what they do. Publicis Sapient is the digital business transformation hub of Publicis Groupe with 20,000 people and over 50 offices worldwide.