Associate Manager

Responsibilities Support core financial planning processes (Month-end closing, Forecast, AOP, etc.) through data collection, verification and processing, to ensure timely submission to GBS and Sector, looking for automation, digitalization and streamlining of current processes Work closely with Finance and Non-Finance stakeholders (Sales Finance, Supply Chain Finance, FP&A, Control, etc.) supporting and ensuring a robust and working solution across PBNA. Work closely with the IT/consulting houses to test the system as it is being developed and drive enhancements Escalate issues as they arise to the IT and Business design team - coordinate action plans in response to findings and ensure timely resolution Ensure linkages between cubes exist (e.g. sales demand to COGS volume) master data connections are mapped. Qualifications Minimum 3 years prior experience with Planning/Forecasting and/or strong analytical skills, Advanced expertise in MS-Excel; Knowledge of Financial systems (SAP, TM1) Proficiency in English Good understanding of business processes related to financial planning and control Experience with collaborative and proactive work with multi-functional teams