Sr. Financial Analyst Ii - Supply Chain Finance (Buenos Aires)

Job OverviewSenior Financial Analyst II – Supply Chain Finance, supporting the Caribbean & Central America, based in Buenos Aires (Hybrid work model). ResponsibilitiesProduce accurate, timely and insightful business reporting and analytics: conduct the processes of the supply chain financial shaping and financial forecasting (including Capex), analysis, accounting and reporting, identifying business issues and opportunities and making recommendations for future actions.Lead monthly closing processes, such as cost manufacturing process, standard and replacement costs.Perform several cost analyses: plant overheads and warehouse expenses, delivery costs, material loss, price purchase variances (PPVs), manufacturing and logistics variances, among others.Prepare variance analysis by comparing present performance versus budgeting (yearly, quarterly, and monthly) and identifying trends along the year and compared with past years.Coordinate and develop financial forecast and annual plan exercise, standard costs roll, plant overheads, delivery costs, etc.Lead annual activities, such as inventory physical counts in plants and warehouses and root cause analysis (ensure proper reconciliation), internal and external audit support, setting annual standard costs.Drive process improvements and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.Partner with Supply Chain organization and Division leaders: business partner to the plants management team providing financial advice to ensure accurate financial and operational decisions.Support strategy definition and implementation, developing and evaluating longer–term strategies, forecasts, and investment plans.Participate in weekly/monthly plant management or operational meetings and key plant activities (cycle counts, fixed assets audit, inventory adjustments). Set up monthly meetings with the plant manager to discuss plant and logistics performance (financial & operational), identify risks & issues, and put in place relevant action plans / tracking mechanisms.Support Supply Chain decision‐making with cost optimization initiatives (localization, loss analysis, insource, etc.) and CAPEX support; track monthly savings.Develop ad‐hoc analysis to supplement standard reporting to identify opportunities or diagnose challenges.Analyze and present financial and operational performance, driving fact‐based business decisions and corrective actions.Develop and sustain relationships and good communication with LAS SCF, Integral SCF and FP&A; teams.Provide support to the Commercial team and Division Leaders by providing accurate costing simulations for pricing / strategic projects.Support cost initiatives, such as reformulations, portfolio optimization, GMI, etc.QualificationsDegree in Business Administration, Economics or related field. +5 years in a multi‐national company, preferably in manufacturing (chemical industry). +2 years in roles in FP&A;, Supply Chain Finance, in companies with standard costs accounting (preferable). Strong knowledge of financial analysis, accounting, and budgeting (preferable). Proficient English (preferable). Good analytical and critical thinking with ability to focus on details, synthesize broad amounts of data into actionable information.Effective interpersonal skills with proven ability to build strong partnerships with diverse groups.Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.JDE preferable.Availability to travel to Central America & Caribbean (≈20%). Equity, Diversity & InclusionEcolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability. #J-*****-Ljbffr Postúlate en Kit Empleo: kitempleo.com.ar/empleo/qju53