Senior Financial Analyst

ppECOM Agro-industrial Corp Ltd is a Swiss-based, privately held company and the Headquarters of the ECOM Group. ECOM is a world-leading soft commodity service Group specializing in coffee, cocoa and cotton with operations in over 40 countries and has 6'000 employees. With 175 years of market experience, ECOM is committed to sustainable and socially responsible leadership within the soft commodities industry. ECOM's global operations rely on extensive knowledge and experience in supply chain traceability, risk management and client focused distribution to create a valuable and sustainable supply chain, from the local farmers and their communities to world leading finished-product manufacturers. /p h3Senior Financial Analyst /h3 pThe Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in the Group’s financial reporting, planning and performance management activities. Combining ownership of core FPA deliverables with hands-on analysis, senior stakeholder engagement and continuous process improvement, the role provides decision-relevant insights to support effective business performance. The successful candidate will operate independently, take full ownership of recurring deliverables and proactively enhance reporting, planning and analytical processes and tools. /p h3Key Duties And Responsibilities /h3 h3Reporting and Performance Management: /h3 ul liTake ownership of key elements of the monthly management reporting process contribute to the preparation, review and rationalisation of reporting packs for the Executive Committee the Board. /li liCoordinate the monthly close reporting cycle, including timely follow-ups with stakeholders and delivery of accurate, relevant and well-supported management information. /li liPerform detailed analysis of monthly financial performance, including variances against budget, forecast, prior month and prior year, and identify underlying business drivers, risks and opportunities. /li liReview the accuracy and integrity of reported results, including foreign exchange impacts and one-off or special transactions. /li liEnsure the consistency and reliability of financial and operational data through systematic cross-referencing, reconciliation and validation, including headcount and other supporting reports. /li liIdentify recurring data/reporting issues, determine root causes drive corrective actions. /li liAct as a trusted finance partner across departments, regions and commodities by collecting and validating financial information, explaining key drivers and constructively challenging assumptions. /li liPrepare clear analysis, commentary and presentation materials for senior management and respond to ad hoc reporting and decision-support requests. /li liDrive the simplification, standardisation automation of recurring reporting processes and outputs. /li liOperate independently on day-to-day reporting activities, managing priorities effectively and escalating only material issues when required. /li /ul h3Financial Planning Analysis (FPA) /h3 ul liCoordinate and support the annual budget and forecasting processes, including the development and continuous improvement of templates, guidance and reporting packs. /li liConsolidate and review business unit budgets and forecasts, ensuring consistency of assumptions and the quality of supporting explanations. /li liCoordinate Group-level CAPEX requests, tracking and follow-up, and support analysis of investment performance. /li liContribute to the preparation of the Group’s annual business plan. /li liDeliver financial modelling, scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis to support planning and management decision-making. /li liProvide financial analysis for strategic and special projects, including investment analysis, asset valuation and cash flow analysis. /li liDevelop and maintain dashboards, models and analytical tools that improve visibility of financial and operational performance. /li /ul h3Process Improvement And Finance Transformation /h3 ul liContribute actively to the evolution of the Group's FPA operating model and performance management framework. /li liSupport the implementation and optimisation of financial planning, reporting and business intelligence systems. /li liPromote efficient, technology-enabled ways of working through automation, data visualisation and improved use of available systems. /li liLead defined process improvement workstreams and support change adoption across the finance community. /li liDocument and embed improved processes to strengthen the quality, efficiency and sustainability of reporting deliverables. /li /ul h3Profile And Experience /h3 ul li5 to 7 years of relevant experience in FPA, financial reporting, controlling, audit, corporate finance or a related finance function, preferably within a multinational environment. /li liStrong accounting fundamentals and a sound understanding of the income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement. /li liPractical experience in budgeting, forecasting, monthly management reporting and financial performance analysis. /li liDemonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership of recurring reporting, planning and analytical deliverables, and manage competing priorities under demanding deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality. /li liSelf-starter with the ability to organise, prioritise and execute day-to-day responsibilities autonomously. /li liProven ability to manage day-to-day reporting, planning and analysis activities independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality. /li liComfortable making recommendations and taking decisions within established guidelines while exercising sound professional judgement. /li liStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work confidently with complex datasets, identify inconsistencies and translate findings into actionable insights. /li liExcellent attention to detail, with a clear commitment to data accuracy, control and high-quality output. /li liEffective communication and stakeholder management skills, including the confidence to challenge assumptions constructively and interact with senior stakeholders. /li liHands-on, proactive and solution-oriented, with a strong continuous improvement mindset. /li liAbility to collaborate effectively across functions, geographies and seniority levels in a fast-moving environment. /li liAdvanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required. Experience with Power BI, PAX, OneStream or comparable planning and reporting systems would be an advantage. /li liA recognized professional finance qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or an equivalent, would be an advantage. /li liFluent in English. /li /ul h3PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES /h3 ul liCommercially minded and curious, with an interest in understanding the operational drivers behind financial results. /li liHighly motivated and positive, with a strong willingness to learn and improve existing processes to increase efficiency. /li liAble to deliver high-quality work consistently within short and demanding deadlines. /li liResults-focused and dependable, with the judgement to prioritise material issues and elevate appropriately. /li liComfortable working both at a detailed level and communicating the broader financial story. /li liAdaptable and resilient, with the ability to support evolving management information needs and finance transformation. /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 pLocation: Lausanne, Switzerland OR Dallas, United States /p pReporting Line: Global Financial Planning Manager /p pStart date: As soon as possible. /p pAs an equal opportunities employer, the ECOM Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. /p pWe promote belonging and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage and welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join ECOM. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr