Introduction
At HeiQ (www.heiq.com, LSE:HEIQ), we are on a mission to improve the lives of billions of people by “heiqing” materials. Since our inception as spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH) in 2005, we have created some of the most effective, durable and high-performing technologies on the market today. Over 300 brands like Burberry, Zara, Burton, Patagonia, Speedo, Uvex, Itochu, or Serta Simmons sell products with our technologies inside. This makes every-day products more functional, more comfortable and more sustainable – and has won us 18 awards that we are proud of.
HeiQ combines the flexibility and dynamism of a young and customer-oriented company with the professionalism of an international, UK stock market listed player. To grow our financial planning capabilities, we are looking for a:
Senior FP&A Analyst (100%)
We are looking for a FP&A expert who brings relevant industry experience. We want to see highly diligent candidates with strong interpersonal skills and a pragmatic approach to drive things forward. The person will be based in the HeiQ Iberia office in Moreira da Maia, Portugal and report to the FP&A Lead.
Your responsibilities
* Analysing business performance, main drivers and budget deviations of business units, local entities and the Group.
* Business partnering with Business Units to prepare monthly management reports that provide insights into performance drivers and support informed decision making.
* Collaborating closely with the finance functions of the local entities and the Group Accounting & Reporting Manager to guarantee correct reporting to the Group.
* Support in implementation of a harmonised cost accounting system for the Group.
* Support the annual budgeting process for the Group.
* Support in improving financial processes and systems for the Group.
* Participating in ad-hoc finance and company projects.
You are
* A curious mind with a love for solving complex problems and complex process.
* A high level of self-responsibility, initiative and willingness to perform highly.
* Hands-on.
* Strong team spirit and communication skills.
* Adaptability and flexibility to changing priorities and deadlines.
* Proficiency in Excel and other MS Office applications.
* An Excellent team player with the ability to interact with different departments
* Fluent in English speaking & and writing (mandatory).
* Flexibility and ability to work under pressure
You bring
* Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Financial Controlling, Finance Business Partnering, FP&A with increasing level of responsibility and/or Big 4, Management Consulting or Finance Graduate background.
* Ability to critically analyse data, identifying trends, correlations, and key drivers.
* Prior multi-geography experience and work in virtual environment.
* Strong evidence of consistent delivery against targets and ability to manage workload in a pressurised environment.
* Good ability to structure tasks and high level of attention to details.
* Ability to quality control own work and daily output.
* Evidence of strong business partnering skills.
We offer
* A chance to step up, take responsibility, and make a difference in shaping HeiQ’s global growth story.
* A fantastic team and a diverse, inclusive, meritocratic culture.
* Performance-based employment conditions.
* An exciting work pace and a flat hierarchy.
* The possibility to split your work between our office and home-office.
Interested?
Does that sound like a great challenge to you? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application in English including motivation letter, CV, working references, certificates and salary expectation. Only suitable candidates will be contacted. Applications of Non-EU/EFTA Citizens without valid work permit for the EU cannot be considered. We will be in touch as soon as possible.
About us
HeiQ is a three-in-one company: Scientific research, Specialty materials manufacturing and Consumer ingredient branding, all for improving the lives of billions of people by adding functionalities to all kinds of materials. HeiQ is a leader in textile innovation creating some of the most effective, durable and high-performance textile technologies in the market today.
* Founded in 2005 during a hike in the Swiss Alps
* Listed on the London Stock Exchange Main Market (LSE:HEIQ) since 2020
* Founders: Carlo Centonze & Dr. Murray Height
* Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH) spin-off
* More than 200 professionals of 30 nationalities in 13 countries on 5 continents
* Boundless academic research network and internal development specialists
* Today, PhD’s around the world are working on HeiQ projects
* Swiss headquarters with subsidiaries in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, Germany, Hong Kong, Portugal, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, and USA
* 35,000 tonnes per year manufacturing capacity in its sites in Switzerland, Australia & USA