Graduate Financial Analyst - EMEA Supply Chain Operations

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As a Financial Analyst in the Cost Accounting team, you will deliver accurate and timely analysis of cost data to support strategic decision-making and financial performance. You will ensure transparency of production, operational, and overhead costs through detailed reporting, variance analysis, and reconciliations.

You will combine financial expertise with strong technical skills to drive process improvements, automation, and advanced reporting solutions. By leveraging ERP systems, BI tools, and data analytics, you will enhance visibility of cost drivers, optimize resource utilization, and contribute to overall business efficiency and profitability. Additionally, you will manage inventory flows impacting the EMEA region and ensure their accurate reflection in the financial records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile cost accounting records and inventory-related balance sheet accounts, ensuring accurate cost allocation across cost centers and projects
• Prepare and analyze periodic cost reports and variance analysis (actual vs. budget vs. forecast), providing actionable insights and recommendations
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and cost reclassifications
• Develop and maintain standard cost models, BOMs, and cost simulations for accurate tracking and forecasting
• Act as an ERP power user (QAD, SAP) to extract, validate, and analyze cost and inventory data
• Build and automate reports and dashboards (Power BI, Excel, SQL) to enhance data visibility and decision-making
• Collaborate cross-functionally and contribute to process improvement, automation, ad-hoc analysis, and compliance with accounting policies and controls

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a related field, obtained within the last 12 months
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, formulas, modeling), with experience in Power BI or similar data visualization tools
• Familiarity with Copilot or AI-powered productivity tools, and basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial concepts
• Strong adaptability and flexibility, with solid time management and prioritization skills
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork abilities, combined with effective networking and stakeholder engagement skills
• Creative thinking and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• No prior professional experience required, though relevant internships or practical experience will be considered an advantage

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