FP&A Analyst

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The Global Headquarters for Volvo Financial Services is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to provide financial and business analyses in addition to collaborating with several functional areas of the company including Accounting, Treasury, and Risk within the Volvo Financial Services Global HQ team.

What you will do

As an FP&A Analyst, you will prepare analyses and make recommendations to improve company profitability as well as plan, consolidate, and analyze actual and budgets related to VFS markets and regions.

Together with your colleagues at VFS and in the broad cross-functional network at the Volvo Group, your starting point will be to take responsibilities in the following areas:

• Supports transformation in the Global HQ finance function through the use of dashboard technology, RPA solutions, and Hyperion Essbase
• Provides backup for administration of Hyperion Essbase Administration Services Console
• Aids in governing key VFS models including match funding, credit reserves, and pro forma pricing
• Assists in development of comprehensive financial forecasting models, including cost and revenue projections used in profitability analyses
• Consolidates of annual financial plans including volume forecasts and operating expenses budgets
• Provides balance sheet analysis and risk management analysis, including segmentation reporting, funding, and procedural reviews
• Compiles publicly available information pertaining to competitor performance and prepares materials for presentation to senior management
• Consolidates match funding submissions to monitor interest rate and liquidity exposure levels
• Supports development of VFS Finance Academy
• Models The Volvo Way and ensures The Code of Conduct is followed
• Other duties and projects may be assigned

Your future team

You will report directly to the Director Global Financial Planning and Analysis. In VFS, we demonstrate a clear vision to continue Transforming Together, a global mindset and a proven track record of successfully developing people, teams, culture, and leadership.

In many of our markets, VFS has won the Great Place To Work award, where Great Work is done. By interacting with each other as an on-site business, we build relationships, which allow us to work together more efficiently and form stronger bonds with our colleagues and customers. This position is located in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, we believe it is the right mindset that will make a difference at VFS. If you, besides your genuine interest in working with people in Transforming Together, also have a positive, service-oriented, and collaborative mindset, and take a proactive approach to handling all responsibilities, idea generation, and recommendations for productivity and efficiency, then we would welcome you to apply for this role.

We believe the successful candidate has strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to draw conclusions from large amounts of information, ability to understand team and corporate objectives, demonstrates superior verbal and interpersonal communication skills as well as ability in handling confidential information and working with a high level of integrity and ethics.

Qualifications likely required to be successful in this role include:

• BS/BA in Finance/Accounting or related field is required. CPA and/or MBA preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in financial planning, business analysis, or related field
• Experience in the Financial Services industry a plus
• Multi-national corporate work experience preferred
• Proven business knowledge of finance, accounting and operations
• Experience with quantitative abilities in the fields of finance, statistics, and mathematical modeling
• Proven ability to prioritize and work effectively on multiple tasks
• Proficient in MS Office, with advanced knowledge in Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase, data visualization tools, and RPA technology preferred
• Experience working in a professional environment where sound business judgment, attention to detail, a fast pace and a flexible and adaptable approach are valued.
• Effective level of ambition and ability to understand team and corporate objectives
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with exposure to various business settings
• Integrity and unquestionable ethics
• Multicultural awareness

What’s in it for you?

We offer a solid and competitive package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy a diverse working environment with a culture of care and inclusion. As an investment, we support your personal development and growth to achieve your career aspirations. Volvo Financial Services is an on-site business and we understand that you might need occasional or temporary flexibility, which your leader is equipped to manage and fits well to our culture, as being together enables us to build upon our innovative and collaborative culture, as well as develop you for continued success.

Ready for the next move?

If you want to make a real impact in your career, Volvo Financial Services is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.

Last Application Date: 07-10-2024

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Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.