Finance Analyst – Margin Forecasting & SAP Expertise

Arbeitsagentur; Villach; Vor Ort; EUR 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Arbeitsagentur in Austria is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead reporting, forecasting, and closing activities for operating expenses and gross margin. You will analyze variances and support revenue recognition, working closely with Operations and corporate finance teams.

The role requires SAP CO/FI knowledge, strong MS Office skills, and solid English proficiency, with CMA/CIMA or a Master’s degree considered an advantage.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field; a Master's degree is an advantage
• At least 2+ years of relevant professional experience
• Initial professional experience in finance
• Solid knowledge of SAP (CO and FI modules)
• Advanced proficiency in English
• Strong MS Office skills
• Knowledge of US GAAP is an advantage
• CMA or CIMA certification is a plus

Aufgaben

• Perform reporting, analysis, forecasting, and closing activities related to operating expenses and gross margin
• Analyse actual system gross margin (OCOGS, I&W) and prepare detailed variance analyses versus forecasts, including commentary for Product line forecasts
• Partner with Operations to develop machine-level gross margin forecasts for regular forecast submissions
• Support revenue recognition by gathering relevant data and acting as subject matter expert on revenue recognition and I&W policies
• Contribute to finance projects led by corporate divisions
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting in line with company standards and deadlines
• Monitor project status reports from project managers
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial predictability
• Track and forecast capital investments and depreciation related to fixed assets
• Monitor and forecast headcount, ensuring alignment with hiring plans
• Manage government grants for R&D projects, including compliance with reporting requirements and support of external audits
• Provide ad hoc analysis and business support in R&D, gross margin, and inventory areas

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

SAP CO/FI

MS Office

CMA/CIMA certification

Jobbeschreibung

Arbeitsagentur in Austria is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead reporting, forecasting, and closing activities for operating expenses and gross margin. You will analyze variances and support revenue recognition, working closely with Operations and corporate finance teams.

The role requires SAP CO/FI knowledge, strong MS Office skills, and solid English proficiency, with CMA/CIMA or a Master’s degree considered an advantage.