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Financial Planning Analyst

Croatia

At PPD Global we are committed to building premium beverage brands and being the trusted home to our employees and partners. Our team members are passionate about growth, collaboration, and creativity. We are constantly striving to improve and expand our capabilities.

We’re looking for an analytical, detail-oriented professional with a passion for numbers to join our Finance Team as a Financial Planning Analyst. You’ll focus on financial planning, reporting and performance analysis for the Croatian and Slovenian markets, turning data into clear insights that drive better business decisions.

Minimum requirements

Skills & Attributes

  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  • Being dynamic, confident and a team player

Education and Experience

• FMCG Experience: 5+ years of solid commercial experience in FMCG, with dedicated focus on Modern Trade / International Key Accounts (IKA).

• Proven Track Record: Strong experience in annual negotiations, trade promotions, retail P&L, and joint business growth.

• Analytical Skillset: Advanced MS Excel skills for forecasting and data modeling, along with practical experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).

• Language Skills: Fluent in English (B2 level) for corporate reporting and alignment.

• Education:Bachelor’s degree

Main Responsibilities

Key responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Prepare monthly financial reports and management analysis, explaining variances in revenue, costs, CAPEX, balance sheet and cash flow.
  • Spot trends, cost-saving opportunities and the key drivers behind performance.
  • Build and run BI dashboards for real-time reporting.
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
  • Develop profitability analysis by channel, product and category.
  • Define and track new financial KPIs with Group Finance.
  • Active involvement in developing and implementing Group policies and procedures.
  • Simplify and automate reporting, and help roll out new financial systems with Group and IT.
  • Prepare presentations for top management and support the external audit.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Skills and Attributes

  • Strong analytical and technical skills, with strategic thinking and sound planning
  • Clear communication and good interpersonal skills
  • Well organized, able to manage projects and meet deadlines
  • Results-driven, with creative problem-solving
  • A team player who leads by example and treats others fairly and with respect
  • Takes ownership and is eager to learn, grow and adapt
  • High integrity, a strong work ethic and professional standards
What we offer
  • Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting or a related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in finance or accounting (ACCA is a plus)
  • Hands-on experience with financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
  • Able to interpret complex financial data and present insights clearly to stakeholders
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel) and experience with BI tools
  • Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics or similar
  • Fluent in written and spoken English
  • Experience in FMCG, retail or manufacturing is a plus
Application deadline
16/11/2026

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