Sr Financial Analyst- MOGE

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA • $90K — $110K *

Arlington, VA 22204In-Person

Food & Beverages

Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

3.5+ years in Finance, Controlling, FP&A, or Accounting roles.
Experience managing large budgets and complex organizational costs.
Strong capabilities in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis.
Skilled in collaborating with non-financial leaders to influence decisions.
Proficient in Excel, Power BI, SAP, and financial planning systems.

Responsibilities

Lead monthly financial forecasting and planning activities.
Analyze variances between budget and actuals, providing actionable insights.
Manage cost assumptions and assess risks and opportunities.
Serve as the main Finance contact for specific functions and cost centers.
Identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring operational effectiveness.
Collaborate with HR on headcount and organizational planning.
Act as a strategic advisor, presenting insights and forecasts to leadership.

Benefits

Opportunity to collaborate closely with executive and operational teams.
Involvement in key financial decision-making across the organization.
Support for professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Access to advanced financial tools and technology for enhanced analysis.
Engagement in cross-functional projects and transformation efforts.

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Position Summary

The Sr. Financial Analyst - MOGE (Marketing, Overhead & General Expenses) serves as a trusted business partner and financial co-pilot to functional leaders, providing strategic financial guidance, forecasting, reporting, and cost management support. This role is responsible for managing white-collar expense budgets, workforce planning, financial forecasting, and driving transparency into organizational costs. The position partners closely with Finance leadership, HR, and operational stakeholders to deliver accurate forecasts, identify opportunities, and support business decision-making

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting

Lead monthly forecasting activities, including Dynamic Forecasts (DF), Latest Estimates (LE), and Annual Operating Plan development.
Analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide actionable insights to business leaders.
Manage cost assumptions and forecast risks and opportunities.
Support Period End Close (PEC) activities and ensure compliance with financial policies.

MOGE Cost Management

Serve as the primary Finance contact for assigned functions and cost centers.
Monitor personnel and non-personnel expenses, including compensation, benefits, travel, relocation, professional fees, external services, and digital investments.
Identify and drive cost-saving opportunities while maintaining business effectiveness.
Ensure financial transparency and accountability across supported organizations.

Workforce & Organizational Planning

Partner with HR and functional leadership on headcount planning, organizational design, and productivity initiatives.
Analyze workforce costs and provide recommendations regarding staffing decisions and organizational changes.
Support restructuring and transformation through financial modeling and savings validation.
Maintain accurate employee-level forecasts and staffing assumptions.

Business Partnership & Decision Support

Act as strategic advisor to budget owners and leadership teams.
Present financial results, forecasts, and recommendations to senior leadership.
Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting packages to support decision-making.
Facilitate monthly business reviews and forecast discussions with functional stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement

Drive process standardization and automation initiatives.
Improve forecast accuracy, reporting efficiency, and financial governance.
Leverage analytics tools and systems to enhance financial insights.
Support cross-functional projects and transformation efforts as needed

Qualifications

Experience

3.5+ years of progressive Finance, Controlling, FP&A, or Accounting experience.
Experience supporting large budgets and organizational cost structures.
Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
Experience partnering with non-finance leaders and influencing decision-making.

Skills

Advanced Excel, Power BI, SAP, and financial planning systems.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable business insights.

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