Finance Analyst - ZBB & Fixed Costs

Job DescriptionAbout the PositionWe have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Finance professional to make a difference at Kraft Heinz.  You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting into our ZBB & Ops Manager. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. You’ll have full end to end ownership of the US$310m Fixed Cost P&L of the UK & Ireland business including build and delivery of the budget. You’re constantly looking for improvement activities within FP&A!In brief, you will:Delivery of the entire business cycle around Fixed costs - month end, variance analysis, spend projection & budgetingLead the transformation of marketing & ZBB reporting and trackingReview of results with spend owners and delivery of the annual forecast twice a month - after month end closing & before the forecast submissionBuild collaborative relationship with Package and Entity budget owners to drive budget delivery, policy adherence as well as correct ZBB/cost cultureEnsure all spend trackers across Fixed Costs (Simple Packages, People, Marketing) are delivered on time, in full and with high accuracyEnhance 360 marketing spend tracking and visibility tool through process review & automationManage the relationship with external Royalty agency and collaborate with the Marketing team to have full visibility of the royalty forecast and assess new opportunities  QualificationsIdeally 2+ years’ experience in a finance position or similar with FMCGAdvanced Excel, SAP, PowerPoint, Tableau/Data analysis skillsBSc/BA required, MSc preferred, Finance qualification preferred but not essential Professional AttributesCommunication Skills - At Kraft Heinz you’ll easily be exposed to senior management, no matter your level. Therefore, it’s important you have excellent communication skills, to deal with all kinds of different stakeholders.Resilience - You’re able to bounce back after a disappointment or set back, big or small. And always continue to move onward & upward.Ability to Simplify - We like to keep it simple. And to execute fast. Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated, when you provide simple solutions dealing with complex challenges. Commercial Sense - You’re always seeking for opportunities to expand your business and create more savings, while over delivering your targets. Analytical - We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset. What we offer you An ambitious employer with an industry-recognised career development pathwayA meritocratic, pay for performance approachA fun, collaborative office culture that celebrates good food and good times with regular events and socialsAn active network of Business Resource Groups, sponsored by leadership, that promote education, celebration, & allyship, helping to create an inclusive work environmentFlexible and hybrid working approach, including ability to work from abroadFamily-friendly; market leading parental leave benefits & sponsored nursery schemeEmployee discount on Heinz products!WellbeingPrivate medical cover & Digital GPComprehensive Life Assurance & Group Income ProtectionExclusive gym discounts & cycle to work schemePremium membership to Calm AppA variety of amazing sports teams & clubs!3 volunteering days per year (e.g. Soup Kitchen, Magic Breakfast)As a Disability Confident employer, we are happy to accommodate any reasonable adjustments you may need during our screening and interview process.Location(s)London - The Shard Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.