Ice Cream Finance: Leading for a winning, trusted and investible global ice cream market leader

This is your chance for a once in a lifetime career experience, playing a part in the creation of a fully independent, new Ice Cream organization.

In Ice Cream Finance we are seizing this unique opportunity to reset the role of Finance, with a conscious move from being function-led to business-led. Together we will become the best and most admired finance team in the world, and we will do this by focusing on value creation, trailblazing future-fit financial processes and technology, and becoming a training ground for financial craftmanship that will be the envy of everyone.

Just imagine the benefits of working within a single category, where everyone and everything is laser-focused on the same goal, where there's the opportunity to develop a deep and wide understanding of the business economics and international ecosystem of a single category and to translate that into value creation.

With Ice Cream Finance you will be able to operate with more freedom and in ways not always possible in legacy finance functions; and with end-to-end responsibility, you will be an empowered and accountable decision-maker, free from the complexities and conflicting priorities of a matrix organization.

The role of Finance in this momentous moment is staggering, exciting, and yes...a little daunting, which is why we are looking for the best, you will be rewarded with a rich finance role, no matter where you are in your career, and within an environment that's both fulfilling and fun ...after all, life tastes better with Ice Cream!

Job Purpose

The performance controlling analyst plays a crucial role in driving the cash up process, making sure S&OP data accuracy and integrity. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with cross-market teams and contribute to the company's growth in diverse markets. If you are passionate about market analysis, detail-oriented, and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you!

Responsibilities

Cash Up: Conduct cash up of E2E P&L from topline to operation profit, as well as cash forecast.
Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports on market performance metrics, and forecast.
Management Reporting RTR: Oversee month end closing process collaborating with global team, local team, and 3P service provider to ensure OTIF month end close and compliance.
Collaboration: Work closely with market and BU finance teams to support business objectives.
Compliance and control: Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company financial policies and management reporting control.
Data Management: Maintain and update market data and analytics tools including but not limited to cost center creation and gatekeeping.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
Experience: Several years of experience in market analysis or a related field.
Certifications: Relevant certifications or experience such as CMRA, CPA are a plus.

Key Skills

Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with market analysis tools and technology, including Excel and SAP. Power BI and Hyperion would be a plus.
Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in market reporting and analysis.
Process Simplification: Ability to think structurally, challenge status quo, and propose process simplification to unlock efficiency of the reporting process using various tools and activity rationalization.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex market data and provide actionable insights.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present market information.

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About The Magnum Ice Cream Company

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall's, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry's, loved in 76 countries, we are the world's largest Ice Cream company leading the industry We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.

About

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers businesses. Growing our people's careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here's what defines success in our organization :

We are all about growth
We operate with speed and simplicity
We win together with fun
We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry
We care and challenge
We are experts in the Ice Cream Category

Additional Information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE

Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application.

Disclaimer 

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At The Magnum Ice Cream Company we are interested in every individual bringing their Whole Self to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

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