Senior Strategic Finance Analyst

While many companies claim to change the world, we do it every day but helping our customers run their businesses better. Our teams are united and inspired by our contribution to something bigger than ourselves.

There are over 350 of us in our Krakow offices, and we’re always looking for new talent to join our team. When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work.

We are in the process of building our teams responsible for financial analysis and support of various areas of our activity - do not wait and check our offer!

We are currently looking to recruit for a Divisional Controller, QSR

What You Will Do:

Provide business partnering support to multiple senior stakeholders, including General Manager and commercial leaders

Control P&L for the region and division

Deliver insightful and actionable analysis which supports the efficient and effective management of P&L to deliver profitable growth targets

Perform controlling activities for the country and division

Prepare monthly forecast, yearly plan, and sensitivity scenarios

Perform management reporting

Communicate and influence across business partners, incl. Ecolab functions, market representatives, Supply Chain and others on various business and financial matters

Prepare presentation materials to support Sr. Leadership in business planning, strategic review meetings and monthly financial reviews

Provide financial support in the areas of:

Deal/Contract analysis and contract negotiation, pro forma Customer P&L’s,

Pricing strategy and execution, rebate analysis, capital investment, etc.

Product pricing and margin analysis , including improvement initiatives ,

Customer and product portfolio strategy

SGA and CAPEX

Deliver various ad hoc analyses and support planning activities

Manage direct report

What You Will Need:

Proactive Can-Do Attitude with willingness to learn and understand complex business models and systems

10+ years relevant work experience in audit, controlling or planning and financial management reporting in a multinational company

Commercial orientation and knowledge of financial processes in industry and business understanding behind the financial numbers

Experience in business unit P&L management desired but not mandatory

Master’s degree in finance/Accounting. If undergraduate studies are not in finance, an accounting certification (ACCA, CIMA) in progress or completed preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to organize and synthesize large amounts of data into meaningful analysis

Excellent excel modelling skills

A self-motivated and high energy individual that thrives in an environment characterized by growth, change and opportunity

English fluency mandatory strong communication skills are recommended

What’s in it For You:

Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary (Base pay & Variable Plan) and benefits package (private medical care, life insurance, stock purchase, lunch subsidy, sport cards).

Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements with hybrid model of work (approx. 60% from the office and 40% from home)

Matrix Organization: Thrive in our matrix organization, working across Europe with various teams and cultural backgrounds.

Collaborative Environment: Strong teamwork and diverse interactions.

Development Opportunities: Personalized plans with rapid progression

Versatile Career Paths: Professional growth supported by active committee for different career levels.

Supportive Culture: High employee satisfaction and responsive feedback.

Learning and Innovation: Continuous learning and technical training incl. subject matter experts’ trainings, soft skills and management trainings and LinkedIn learning.

Relocation Support: Assistance for international candidates and candidates living outside of Krakow.

Social events such as family events and charity auctions.

Comfortable working environment (Library, relaxation area, casual dress code).

Parking space for cars and bikes.

About Ecolab:

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Ecolab’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) reflects our longstanding value of working together to integrate diverse perspectives to challenge ourselves, reach our goals and do what’s right.

Apply today and join one of the most ethical companies with over a hundred years of history.

Join Ecolab and help us protect what’s vital.

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