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Our client is looking for candidates who possess a minimal level of experience, even if it is purely theoretical knowledge, in areas such as P&L and management accounting. Along with an average level of proficiency in Excel, including skills in VLOOKUP and SUMIF, our client highly values the desire to learn and develop further in their career.

In exchange, our client offers a dynamic and stimulating work environment that provides excellent opportunities for learning and growth. Candidates will be exposed to various aspects of the business, which will accelerate their learning curve significantly.

While our client is flexible regarding the remuneration package, they do consider both experience and potential when determining the salary. However, for candidates who may have limited Excel skills but show great potential, our client may need to negotiate a lower starting salary, with the potential for increases based on their development and performance.

To ensure the candidates meet our client's requirements, we request detailed and up-to-date CVs that clearly showcase their past activities and experiences. Proficiency in Excel is essential, with at least a medium level of knowledge, including the ability to work with Pivots, VLOOKUP, and SUMIF functions.

Previous experience in the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) industry is preferred, though not mandatory. The ideal candidates should have at least three years of relevant work experience and may be considered for positions such as Financial Analyst or Financial Controller, with a junior possibility.

In terms of experience, exposure to tasks such as P&L analysis, data collection, data analysis, reconciliations, and reporting will be highly regarded. Our client is seeking candidates who are not at a junior level and have the expertise to contribute effectively to their team from the outset.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a Controlling Business Partner for the Production department
• Analyze and optimize Fixed Production Costs, including actuals reporting and forecasting
• Perform monthly analysis of conversion costs per category and plant, comparing with previous periods and targets
• Generate monthly reports on "Real vs Proposed Consumption" to identify scrap levels in raw materials and packaging for each plant
• Analyze production and warehouse losses per category and channels
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare monthly KPI Production Dashboard
• Assist Controlling Manager in presentations preparation, such as Operations meetings
• Calculate monthly environmental tax per category and location
• Set up SKU's Standard Cost in AX system, when required
• Provide support to the Commercial Finance Controller in various activities;
• Following up on discount invoicing for Key accounts and reconciling with customers

Skills & Competencies:

• BSc/BA in Accounting or Finance;
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Business partnering mindset, able to collaborate effectively with different departments
• Ability to think outside the box and challenge processes and rationale
• Results-oriented mindset, taking ownership and translating insights into practical plans
• Learning agility and curiosity to stay updated with industry trends
• Proficient in Excel (medium to advanced level), PowerPoint
• Advanced English proficiency

Experience:

• 3-4 years of experience in sales analyst roles, preferably in the FMCG or retail industry

Compensation and Benefits:

• Meal vouchers (30 lei per working day)
• Easter and Christmas bonuses for employees
• Easter, Children's Day, and Christmas bonuses
• Holiday bonus - 2,300 in holiday vouchers or net amount if it is the first salary
• "Regina Maria" medical services subscription
• Bonuses for life events (marriage, birth, death of a relative)
• Additional vacation days, depending on the total length of employment