Associate Finance Manager D&T

Newell Brands; Poznań; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

Newell Brands in Poznań/EMEA seeks an Associate Finance Manager to partner with Distribution, Transportation and Operations across the EMEA region, delivering independent financial analysis, forecasting and performance insights for operational and strategic decisions.

You will own budgeting and forecasting, support month-end close and CAPEX processes, and drive improvements in reporting while maintaining strong controls and coordinating audits.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in Finance, Controlling or Financial Analysis.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and multi-entity month-end close.
• Experience supporting audits and strong internal controls.
• Proficient in financial analysis and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead EMEA management reporting for Distribution & Transportation with variance analysis.
• Deliver clear, decision-oriented financial insights to Operations and senior stakeholders.
• Own budgeting and forecasting for D&T across sites and entities.
• Oversee month-end close, recharges, accruals, and controls.
• Monitor CAPEX and CIP; support business cases and governance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder communication

English proficiency

Tools

Hyperion Essbase

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Job title: Associate Finance Manager – D&T (EMEA)

Location: Poznan, Prague

Reports to: Senior Finance Manager EMEA D&T

Contract: Permanent

Your Role in a Nutshell

As an Associate Finance Manager serves as a key finance business partner to Distribution, Transportation, and Operations teams across EMEA. Your role delivers independent financial analysis, forecasting, and performance insights that support both operational and strategic decision-making, while upholding strong financial discipline, compliance, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Your Key Responsibilities

Financial Performance & Reporting

• Lead EMEA management reporting for Distribution & Transportation, including variance and trend analysis
• Deliver clear, decision-oriented financial insights to Operations and senior stakeholders
• Analyze key cost drivers and operational KPIs, identifying risks and improvement opportunities

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Own budgeting and forecasting processes for D&T scope across multiple sites and entities
• Challenge assumptions and ensure alignment between financial plans and operational activities
• Consolidate submissions with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and business relevance
• Budget loading in Hyperion and SAP

Month-End Close & Controls

• Oversee month-end activities including recharges, accruals, and closing analysis
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls
• Act as a primary finance contact for internal and external audit matters

CAPEX & Project Finance

• Monitor CAPEX and CIP for distribution and operational projects
• Maintain the Capital Tracker and support investment business cases and CAR processes
• Ensure timely activation and financial governance of capital projects

Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement

• Partner closely with DC Managers, Operations, and Global Finance teams
• Lead or support monthly financial performance reviews
• Drive improvements in reporting, automation, and finance processes

What You’ll Need:

• 3-5+ years of experience in Finance, Controlling, or Financial Analysis
• Proven exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close in a multi-entity environment
• Experience supporting audits and working within strong control frameworks
• Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Business partnering mindset with strong stakeholder communication skills
• Advanced Excel
• English language proficiency (Mandatory)
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase
• Strong interest in AI and AI project development

Your Advantage

• Experience in Supply Chain, Distribution, Logistics, or Operations Finance
• Experience with SAP, Power BI and reporting tools
• Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset
• Proficiency in an additional European language ((French preferred)

What You Gain

Newell Brands has a strong footprint in the EMEA region, with several thousand employees spread over many corporate offices and manufacturing facilities. You might recognise some of our iconic brands, like Parker, Sistema, Spontex, Crockpot, NUK, Coleman, and Yankee Candle, to name a few.

Join Us And Benefit From

• Flexible hybrid working system (on average 3 days in the office and 2 days at home p.w.)
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning – 17,000+ courses for your professional and personal development
• Bravo – our global recognition programme where teammates can recognise each other and exceptional work is rewarded
• Discounts on some of our products from brands Parker, DYMO, Sharpie, Contigo, and others
• Employee Referral Program – an opportunity to get a bonus
• Global Employee Assistance Program – confidential support for you and your family, complementing our commitment to your well‑being at work and beyond
• Corporate Citizenship Philosophies – environmentally sustainable and socially sensitive business practices
• Give@Newell – paid time-off for charity activities dedicated for local communities right where you live/work
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that foster an inclusive culture
• Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, Leadership

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