Business and Finance Analyst

We are looking for a Business and Finance Analyst. You will oversee the financial and business performance of the assigned global business operations and contribute to the execution of the business strategy. You will provide financial performance analysis and management information, support planning and control activities, and act as a trusted, objective partner to peers and senior stakeholders in business decision‑making.

In this role you will play a key part in monitoring performance, generating insights, and ensuring that financial objectives are met. You will work closely with the business to challenge assumptions, support strategic decisions, and help translate potential into measurable results.

Salary: €62,000–€88,000 (depending on experience).

Location:

Deventer, The Netherlands.

• Support growth, profitability and cash performance of the Polymer Specialties Business Line by:
  • providing high‑quality financial and business analysis, insights and recommendations
  • coordinating month‑end closing
  • financial planning and forecasting at Business Line level
  • acting as finance business partner to global functions (R&D, Technology Group, Marketing, Product Safety & Regulatory Affairs)
  • using advanced analytics for value‑adding analysis, AI‑enabled tools and automation to streamline recurring activities
• Business Insights, Analytics & Improvements
  • prepare and maintain Segment P&L and cost‑to‑serve models down to customer/product level to enable profitability analysis by market segment, product line, region and plant to EBITDA level
  • perform monthly P&L analysis versus budget, forecast and prior year; identify drivers (price, mix, volume, FX, raw materials, non‑standard costs) and propose corrective actions
  • use BI and data visualization tools to develop dynamic dashboards and reports with clear storylines and recommendations
  • apply advanced analytics and AI‑enabled tools to identify trends, anomalies and improvement opportunities
  • provide analytical support to productivity programmes, including benefit tracking and risk/opportunity analysis
  • support business and finance projects (pricing, costs, working capital, capex, etc.)
  • identify and implement automation of standard reports and repetitive analyses
• Monthly Closing & Reporting
  • coordinate month‑end closing activities for the Business Line with global, regional and local finance, ensuring timely, accurate and consistent reporting
  • analyse monthly progression of sales order book, prices, margins and non‑standard variable costs; investigate abnormalities and follow up with Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Procurement and Production
  • perform intercompany profit elimination from inventory, including monthly analysis and provision calculation
  • review costs of central BL functions; prepare necessary accruals, provisions and ad‑hoc journal entries
  • analyse monthly and YTD P&L variances vs last year and provide supporting analysis
  • prepare concise performance packs (bridges, heatmaps, variance analysis) and support the Business Line Finance Director with commentary for monthly reviews and management reporting
• Planning, Forecasting & Scenario Analysis
  • consolidate and analyse IBP forecast monetisation on a monthly basis for the next 2 years, including volumes, revenues, contribution margin, non‑standard variable costs and business fixed costs
  • review completion and correctness of inputs in Anaplan monetisation system
  • develop and maintain Operating Working Capital forecasts (inventories, receivables, payables) in coordination with Business Planning and Integrated Supply Chain
  • consolidate P&L, Working Capital and Capex forecasts at Business Line level and prepare analysis and commentary for IBP meetings
  • coordinate the annual budget and quarterly forecasts: consolidate inputs, challenge assumptions, highlight risks and opportunities, and prepare slide decks
  • use scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess impact of changes in volume, pricing, raw materials, FX and other key drivers
• Finance Business Partnering to Global Functions
  • R&D: support cost control, budgeting, forecasting and reporting; support project evaluation and productivity initiatives
  • Technology Group: support cost control and growth…