About the role

The Sales Finance Analyst will support the sales team by evaluating promotions, managing trade accruals, and providing insightful financial analysis to senior management. They will also lead strategic planning, develop forecasts, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure P&L accuracy.

What they look for

Financial analysis P&L management Forecasting Data integrity SAP Business Objects Essbase Excel Strategic planning Reporting Communication Problem solving Trade management Cross-functional collaboration Presentation skills

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in finance and planning, including P&L management and financial analysis. Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and strong communication skills are required to succeed in this role.

Benefits

Learning and development programs Leadership development programs Recognition programs Financial wellness programs Flexibility program Wellness line Scholarship programs for children Aid plans

Full description

Overview

CAREERS TO SMILE ABOUT

At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.

Responsibilities

The Opportunity

Support Sales Team in the evaluation of promotions, including the development of an annual promotional calendar that drives sales growth as well as the review of the sales forecast driven by those events, and trade management of promotional events to ensure proper trade accrual.

Your Impact

As Sales Finance Analyst your responsibilities would consist of:

Leverage P&L knowledge to drive decisions

Providing insightful analysis of business results to senior management and perform ad-hoc analyses that lead to problem solving and business improving recommendations

Manage reporting and analysis process including periodic reporting, periodic forecast analysis and review deck preparation

Lead strategic plan and AOP development, including deck analysis and deck preparation

Provide counsel to a broad range of senior leaders in forecasting and analysis

Period close activities to include working closely with the Controller’s group to ensure accuracy and completeness of entries

Partner closely with cross-functional teams to manage P&L expectations (especially zone teams)

Develop and retain top-tier finance professionals through appropriate training, thought leadership, timely feedback and mentoring

Work on key region/customer initiatives to drive business and region performance

Develop PowerPoint presentation to communicate business results and insights

Collaborate with cross-functional teams on ad-hoc projects as requested

Create an inclusive and collaborative environment

Qualifications

Who Are We Looking For?

Experience

Experience managing a P&L

2+ years of experience in finance and planning

Experience in financial analysis, data integrity maintenance and systems such as SAP, Business Objects, Essbase

SAP knowledge

Strong excel skills

Able to work independently and takes initiative

Capable of managing multiple time sensititive priorities simultaneously

Detail-oriented; organized in approach and in document maintenance

Ability to function well in a team environment

Consistently shows urgency, courtesy and patience

Exceptional communication skills. Proficiency in English language

If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements. What can you expect from us:   • Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs. • Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning. • Development programs according to Leadership skills. • Specialized training according to the role. • Learning experiences with internal and external providers. • We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others. • Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life. • A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle. • And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.   We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.