Finance Analyst Ii

Coca Cola; Manaus; Presencial; BRL 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive benefits

Career growth

Global network

Inclusive culture

Descripción de la vacante

Coca Cola is seeking a Finance Analyst II to analyze and report Profit & Loss with a strong focus on Operating Expenses (OPEX) and Material Usage Variance (MUV). The role supports period-end close, variance analysis, and management reporting, partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to explain drivers and improve cost visibility.

The analyst will handle SAP-based analysis, bank and balance sheet activities, and AP guidance while maintaining data integrity and controls.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 2–5 years in financial analysis, P&L reporting, FP&A, cost accounting, or controlling.
• Strong understanding of Opex and balance sheet fundamentals.
• SAP proficiency (reporting, data extraction, navigation).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas; Power Query/Power Pivot).
• Strong communication with ability to translate analysis into insights.

Responsabilidades

• P&L reporting with variance commentary and accuracy checks.
• Monitor OPEX by cost center and support budget/forecast cycles.
• Analyze Material Usage Variance (MUV) and root causes with operations.
• Support month-end close, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Extract and analyze data from SAP; collaborate with IT/Finance for automation.
• Assist with AP guidance, payables, and reconciliations; ensure controls.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Data quality ownership

Deadline driven

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Integrity & confidentiality

AI tools usage

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Herramientas

SAP

Excel

Power BI

Azure

Blackline

Descripción del empleo

Description

Summary

The Finance Analyst II is responsible for analyzing and reporting Profit & Loss performance with a strong focus on Operating Expenses (OPEX) and Material Usage Variance (MUV).

This role supports period-end close, prepares variance analysis and management reporting, and partners with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance stakeholders to explain performance drivers and improve cost visibility.

The analyst also supports key finance operations activities including bank reconciliations, balance sheet analysis, Accounts Payable guidance, Down-payments management, DCR management and other controllership/finance support tasks. Strong SAP capability, analytical rigor, and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Experience in financial analysis, P&L reporting, FP&A, cost accounting, or controlling (2–5 years).
• Strong understanding of Opex and balance sheet fundamentals, accrual accounting, and variance analysis.
• SAP proficiency (reporting, data extraction, and navigation in relevant modules).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas; Power Query/Power Pivot).
• Strong communication skills with ability to translate analysis into clear business insights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing/operations finance, including material variance analysis (MUV, yield/scrap, standard vs actual).
• Exposure to SAP CO/FI and/or costing processes (product costing, cost centers, internal orders).
• Experience with Power BI, Azure and Blackline.
• Knowledge of internal controls/SOX environments.
• Intermediate English.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; root-cause mindset.
• High attention to detail and strong ownership of data quality.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines (close calendar driven).
• Cross-functional collaboration with Operations/Supply Chain/Procurement.
• Continuous improvement orientation (automation, simplification, standardization).
• Integrity and confidentiality with financial information.
• Ability to use Artificial Intelligence tools with application driven for Financial usage.

Success Measures

• Accurate and timely P&L, OPEX, and MUV reporting with meaningful variance explanations.
• Opex control under key metrics of Tier 1
• Improved forecast accuracy and proactive identification of risks/opportunities.
• Reduction in aged reconciling items and faster issue resolution (bank and balance sheet).
• Fewer AP exceptions and improved cycle time for invoice issue resolution.
• Documented process improvements that reduce manual effort and increase control compliance.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSABILITIES

P&L Performance & Reporting

• Prepare periodic P&L reporting (actuals vs budget/forecast/prior year) with clear variance commentary.
• Analyze key drivers impacting profitability.
• Support preparation of management decks and standardized reporting packages for leadership reviews.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across reports, aligning with Finance definitions and policies.

OPEX Planning, Control & Analysis

• Monitor OPEX by cost center/account, identifying trends, risks, and savings opportunities.
• Support budget and forecast cycles for OPEX, including stakeholder coordination and validation of assumptions.
• Prepare accruals, reclasses, and cost allocations as needed; ensure proper expense coding and governance.
• Partner with budget owners to improve spend visibility and forecast accuracy.
• Lead OPEX creation for financial cycles RE, BP and RS.

Material Usage Variance (MUV) Analysis

• Calculate, track, and explain Material Usage Variance (MUV) and related manufacturing/material variances.
• Partner with Plant/Operations, Supply Chain, and Costing teams to identify root causes (yield, scrap, process losses, BOM/routing issues, inventory adjustments, production reporting accuracy).
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to reduce unfavorable variances and improve material efficiency.
• Support standard cost reviews and variance bridge analyses (where applicable).

Month-End Close & Controllership Support

• Support month-end close activities: journal entries, accruals, variance checks, and account reviews.
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Prepare and maintain supporting documentation for audits and internal reviews; ensure compliance with internal controls.

SAP-Based Financial Analysis & Data Management

• Extract and analyze financial and operational data from SAP (e.g., cost centers, internal orders, GL accounts, material movements).
• Support master data/process adherence impacting reporting quality (cost center hierarchy, profit center mapping, material/account assignments).
• Collaborate with IT/Finance teams to improve reporting automation and data reliability.

Bank Reconciliation & Cash-Related Support

• Perform or support bank reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy of postings and clearing.
• Investigate unmatched items and coordinate resolution with Treasury/Accounting/AP as needed.
• Support monitoring of bank fees and cash clearing accounts (as applicable).

Accounts Payable (AP) Support

• Support AP issue resolution (invoice coding guidance, blocked invoices, vendor inquiries, payment exceptions).
• Coordinate with Procurement and Shared Services to ensure compliance with invoice-to-pay policies and timelines.
• Assist with GR/IR follow-up and clearing activities.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline close, reporting, and reconciliation processes (standard templates, automation, improved controls).
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).

What We Can Do for You:

• Purpose Driven: Purpose driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products.
• Global Connections: Allows you to develop, enhance a network that allow us to move faster and learn from others.
• Community of Belonging: We’re an organization that believes our ability to continually grow and build the right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered lets you bring your best self to work.
• Iconic Brand: Work on the most recognized brand in the world and be part of developing the brand's next chapter.
• Exposure to World Class Leaders: Availability to global manufacturing leaders that will expand your network.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Engage in work that makes a real difference and enhances lives all around the world.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values diversity and fosters a workplace where everyone can thrive.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional growth and personal well-being.
• Global Network: Become part of a global community, learning from diverse perspectives and practices.

Skills:

Location(s):

Brazil

City/Cities:

Manaus

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

November 30, 2026