Commercial FP&A Analyst

We are seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient FP&A Analyst to join our team. This role will be instrumental in providing data-driven insights and supporting strategic decision-making across the Commercial Flowers Organization. The role will require dealing with big data and multiple systems and further improvement and enhancements to the current PowerBi Models already in place. As a result the successful candidate will need to possess strong financial modeling skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to leverage technology to enhance FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the FP&A Analyst for EAME commercial business functions

• Develop and maintain complex financial models:

• Build and utilize advanced financial models to forecast future financial performance, conduct sensitivity analysis, and support scenario planning. 
• Support with improvement and modelling of Current PowerBi Reports

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis:

• Analyze financial statements, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to management such as:
  • Insights on sales trends, product mix impacts, price and cost variances
  • Insights on customer and product profitability and drive strategic decision making
• Support Ad hoc analysis requests related to business case modelling; pricing analysis, rebate analysis, Sales / Cogs / Gross Profit variances

• Prepare and present financial reports:

• Develop clear and concise reports for the management, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and variance analysis. 
  • Reconcile sales data between the data sets (Currently – SAC, EDWH and MIO Tables)

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes:

• Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and consistency. 
• Loading of the budgets and forecasts onto the various systems

• Identify and implement process improvements:

• Streamline FP&A processes and workflows through the use of technology and best practices. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams:

• Work closely with other departments to understand their financial needs and provide relevant support. 

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices:

• Continuously learn and apply new tools and techniques to enhance FP&A capabilities. 

Syngenta is a Global Agribusiness Company with its headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. We are a market leader in the breeding and production of Seeds and Cuttings for high-quality pot and bedding plants. In Kenya, we have two production Sites; Kenya Cuttings Limited based in Thika, and Pollen Limited based in Ruiru.

Knowledge, Experience & Capabilities

Critical knowledge:

• Bachelor and/or Master Degree in Accounting, Finance  or Data Analysis
• Understanding of IFRS accounting, budgeting, forecasting and planning processes
• Highly skilled/advanced in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), PowerBi, SQL or Dax language, SAP and SAC

Critical experience:

• 4+  years hands-on advanced analytics/visualization development experience in PowerBi (preferred), Qlik or other reporting tools
• 4+ years of experience with Python, SQL, or other transformation tools for data analysis, preparation, and modeling; including experience with large and unstructured data sets
• 4+ years of experience in a finance (or finance related) role, budgeting and reporting
• Experience of working and interacting across multiple locations and cultures

Critical skills:

• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical Mindset & Pro active attitude
• Stress resilient and ability to manage change/ambiguity
• Eager to learn and able to understand the complexity of the Flowers business
• Advanced financial modeling skills: Proficiency in building and maintaining complex financial models, including the ability to incorporate various scenarios and assumptions.
• Ability to quickly identify key financial risks or benefits related to business decisions
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and understand the critical levers that lead to improved financial performance
• Experience with ERP systems: Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, or similar systems is a plus.

Critical leadership capabilities:

• Forward-thinking mindset and ability to generate multiple options to solve problems
• Results orientated
• Ability to operate within a matrix organization
• Maintaining high standards amongst diverse priorities
• Ability to work effectively within multi disciplinary teams

This role has flexibility of working from home from time to time.