Finance Business Parter Chile
South LAC is a business unit formed by 7 countries (Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, Argentina, Uruguay & Paraguay) with similar market contexts, trends and opportunities across them.
Our goal is to build a flexible organization with an integrated, winning mindset while transforming how we work with our stakeholders. This will enable us to drive efficient, profitable, and reliable growth by mastering industry best practices and setting the standard for excellence.
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Finance Business Partner to join our Commercial Finance Team. This individual will play a pivotal role in supporting key business decisions by providing valuable insights, financial analysis, and strategic recommendations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical abilities, a deep understanding of financial modeling, and the ability to communicate complex data in a clear, actionable way to stakeholders across the organization.
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Key Responsibilities:
Data Analysis & Reporting:
Analyze financial, market, and operational data to generate insights that drive decision-making.
Prepare and present regular performance reports, dashboards, and key business metrics to senior leadership.
Strategic Business Support:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, supply, etc.) to assist in strategic planning, forecasting, and budgeting.
Provide recommendations on pricing strategies, trade investment, sales forecasts, and cost management based on in-depth analysis.
Scenario Modeling & Forecasting:
Develop financial models and conduct scenario analyses to forecast business outcomes.
Help the business prepare for potential risks and opportunities through proactive analysis.
Business Performance Monitoring:
Track business performance against KPIs, identifying any variances between actual and projected results.
Provide actionable recommendations for improving performance and achieving business goals.
Communication & Stakeholder Management:
Effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
Present insights and analysis to senior management, supporting informed decision-making.
Productivity & Improvements:
Identify areas for cost reductions /savings or process improvement, supporting business efficiency.
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Engagement:
Work closely with different departments (sales, operations, etc.) to ensure alignment on business objectives.
Serve as a key advisor to teams making decisions that impact the financial health of the business.
Qualifications and skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- Proven experience (5 years) in a Finance Business Partner or Commercial Finance decision Role.
- Fluent in business English - written and spoken
- Excellent Analytical and Communication skills with the ability to explain complex data to a wide range of stakeholders
- Proven influencing, negotiation, and collaboration skills (for the seniority level), with a range and adaptability of style.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar analytical tools (experience with ERP or financial planning software is a plus).
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams
Personal Attributes
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative, team-oriented, and comfortable working in a cross-functional setting.
- Prepared to go the extra mile and ensure that the job is well done and not just completed.
- Quick learner