Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) – Analyst/Senior Analyst/Manager

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About Bunge:

Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing, and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge's expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.

Position Overview:

The FP&A team at Bunge plays a critical role in driving the company's financial performance through in-depth analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to key business decisions, working closely with various business units and senior leadership. The specific responsibilities and required experience will vary depending on the level (Analyst, Senior Analyst, or Manager).

Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Forecasting:

• Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate with business unit and value chain finance leads on key forecast drivers and submission requirements.
• Build and maintain financial models to support business decisions and long-term growth.
• Monitor actual performance against forecasts, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.

• Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results with forecasts and prior periods, providing insightful commentary.
• Evaluate the financial health of the company and provide financial analysis and reports on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Prepare presentations for senior management, including Board meetings, earnings guidance, and investor updates.

• Business Support & Strategy:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with business objectives.
• Provide financial analysis and support for strategic initiatives, capital expenditures, and acquisitions.
• Identify and comprehend business issues, proposing and carrying out solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend modifications to projections and budgets.

• Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy of FP&A activities.
• Streamline materials and tools to improve and streamline deliverables and enhance the quality of data.
• Support standardization and continuous improvement in functional processes, systems and practices.

• Team Leadership & Management (For Manager Level):

• Lead and mentor a team of financial analysts, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Review forecasts and budgets created by analysts and suggest changes.
• Provide guidance and support to team members in their professional development.

Qualifications:

• Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required.
• MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is preferred, particularly for Manager-level roles.

• Experience:

• Analyst:

  0-3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or FP&A.

• Senior Analyst:

  3-5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or FP&A.

• Manager:

  5-10 years of progressive experience in FP&A, with demonstrated leadership experience.

• Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and advanced formulas.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP is a plus) and reporting tools (e.g., OneStream, Tableau, Power BI).
• Knowledge of financial accounting principles (IFRS or US GAAP).

• Other Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Improve Bunge's outcomes by making data-driven decisions.
• Keep the customer at the forefront of all they do, and proactively gain insight into the global strategy.
• Collaborate effectively, communicate with others, and take initiative to continually develop.
• Pursue opportunities to solve problems and take action while maintaining the ability to manage work, even in times of challenge or change.

Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled