Commercial Finance Analyst

Unilever Brazil; Umhlanga Rocks; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

Unilever is seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst to support strategic decisions through financial insights and reporting. The role involves leadership, business partnering, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a professional accountancy qualification and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in accountancy, preferably nearing completion.
• Strong analytical skills with a bias toward action.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Finance Director with financial insights and reporting.
• Lead digital transformation and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Professional qualification in accountancy – CA or CIMA

Tools

SAP

GCUT

iFinance

Job description

Unilever is currently hiring for: Commercial Finance Analyst

Reports to: Commercial Director

Scope: Southern Africa

Location: Johannesburg / Durban

Terms & Conditions: Full time, Permanent

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and we believe that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach; instead, we will equip you with the tools to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE

Find your purpose at Unilever. You will lead innovations, big and small, that will make our business win and grow. You will learn from brilliant business leaders and colleagues in a truly global and diverse culture to ultimately become a better you. This role plays a key role in the company’s corporate management accounting systems, including governance and controls, budgeting, planning & reporting, and management of business performance.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Position Overview: The Finance Analyst will support the Commercial Finance Director by providing financial insights, reporting, and analysis to drive business performance and strategic decisions.
2. Key Responsibilities:
   1. Leadership:
      • Demonstrate visible leadership in Finance and engage in industry forums to enhance the organization’s reputation.
      • Lead teams in delivering people agenda activities, including mentoring, recruiting, and talent management.
   2. Information Management & Reporting:
      • Manage financial forecasts, including submission and review of trade-off decisions.
      • Lead the preparation and presentation of performance reviews with senior stakeholders.
   3. Performance Reporting:
      • Ensure internal validation and sign-off of reports.
      • Provide guidance on accounting implications of business decisions.
   4. Business Partnering:
      • Support country leadership teams with financial decision-making, aligning business targets and reward systems.
      • Drive ROMI savings through analytics and resource management.
   5. Continuous Improvement:
      • Lead digital transformation, simplification, and process improvement initiatives.
3. Experiences & Qualifications:
   • Professional qualification in accountancy – CA or CIMA (or similar), preferably nearing completion.
   • Strong analytical skills with a bias toward action.
   • Ability to manage upwards and influence stakeholders.
   • Quick grasp of financial principles and value-creating decisions.
   • Ability to handle pressure and meet tight deadlines.
4. Skills:
   • Proficiency in financial forecasting and reporting tools.
   • Ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate insights.
   • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
   • Experience with SAP, GCUT, iFinance preferred.
5. Leadership & Behavioral Expectations:
   • Deliver results with resilience and collaborate effectively.
   • Focus on consumer needs, demonstrate humility, and interpret data smartly.
   • Adhere to Unilever’s Standards of Leadership, including passion for high performance, personal mastery, consumer love, purpose & service, and agility.

INCLUSION & DIVERSITY

Unilever is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity. We encourage applicants to share any support or access needs to facilitate the recruitment process.