Key Skills

Job Description

We are Kao, listed as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the last 20 years. Our EMEA brand portfolio spans across three sectors; Consumer Care (John Frieda, Guhl, Bondi Sands, Bioré, Jergens, Curél), Professional Hair (Goldwell, Oribe, KMS Hair, Kerasilk), and Molton Brown. Our corporate philosophy, The Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect. About our role: Displayed pay range (base salary) is a guide and local market specific. The pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on skill set and professional experience assessed throughout the interview process. EUR 51,675- EUR 65,000 As part of the EMEA FP&A Team, you will support financial planning and analysis for the Professional Haircare business in the Nordics, partnering closely with the Senior Manager, Finance Director and senior stakeholders across the business. You will combine financial expertise with broad business acumen to provide insight beyond financial reporting. Through effective business partnering, commercial analysis and profitability assessment, you will help optimise financial performance and support informed decision-making. The role requires a proactive, collaborative approach, with a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and accountability for meeting deadlines. What you will do: Performance Management & Measurement Deliver monthly, quarterly and year-end management accounts and financial reporting. Analyse sales, margin, cost centre and forecast variances, working with budget holders and cross-functional stakeholders to identify issues, opportunities and actions. Support the annual budgeting process and preparation of audited financial statements. Ensure accurate allocation of internal costs and effective management of cross-charges. Provide timely financial and management information to support business performance and organisational objectives. Maintain compliance with internal reporting requirements. Business Decision Support Manage and analyse P&L performance across brands, countries, channels and sectors. Provide commercial insight and recommendations, including opportunities to improve profitability and manage costs. Support pricing, promotions, product launches and relaunches through profitability and financial impact analysis. Support the GM and Leadership Team with monthly forecasting, business impact analysis and financial insights. Act as a finance subject matter expert for Commercial and strategic projects. Build productive relationships with stakeholders across the business. Planning & Budgeting Own the annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to Regional and Global teams. Partner with budget holders to prepare budgets and forecasts, interpret financial information and identify key business drivers. Consolidate planning inputs and provide financial insight to support annual budgets and in-year reforecasts. Drive the planning process from preparation through to submission and follow-up. What You Will Need Degree-level qualification in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline. Ideally 3–5 years’ relevant experience, preferably within an international, matrix organisation. Experience in FP&A, financial planning, budgeting and forecasting. Experience in the Nordics region is an advantage, with the ability to understand and navigate the local business environment. Fluency in, or the ability to communicate in, one or more Nordic languages is an advantage. FMCG experience is advantageous, particularly within a branded, product-led and consumer-focused organisation. Broad business acumen and the ability to connect financial performance with wider business objectives. Excellent analytical, communication, influencing, organisational and presentation skills. A proactive, curious and commercially minded approach, with the ability to identify opportunities and translate analysis into practical actions. High level of integrity, accountability and attention to detail. Collaborative and adaptable, with a willingness to learn, support change and work effectively across teams. Creative, resourceful and confident in challenging and influencing stakeholders constructively. At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results. What you can expect from us: An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together. Respect, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of how we work. A workplace culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, with opportunities to get involved in initiatives such as Mental Health First Aiders, our Charity Committee, and DE&I communities A broad range of benefits, including flexible working, competitive salaries, health and wellbeing offers, pension schemes, insurance options, and more… Learning and development opportunities Your voice matters here, we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams. To find out why 33,000 people across the Globe work at Kao please visit: https://candidate-brochure.kao.com/kao-emea/full-view.html https://www.kao.com/emea/en/careers/ Discover careers at Kao and how we live our purpose, Kirei – Making Life Beautiful. https://kao.voyse.io/ Our Privacy Policy: https://www.kao.com/emea/en/privacy/

Core Responsibilities

Deliver management accounts and financial reporting, analyze performance and variances, and support budgeting, forecasting, and audited financial statements. Partner with business leaders to provide commercial insights and profitability analysis that inform decisions on pricing, promotions, launches, costs, and business performance.

Requirements

A degree-level qualification in finance, accounting, or a related discipline and ideally 3–5 years of relevant experience are sought, with experience in FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting. The role also calls for strong analytical, communication, influencing, and organizational skills, commercial acumen, attention to detail, and collaborative stakeholder management; Nordic language skills and FMCG experience are advantageous.

Benefits

• Flexible Working
• Competitive Salary
• Health and Wellbeing Offers
• Pension Schemes
• Insurance Options
• Learning and Development Opportunities