Financial Analyst (Corporate Overheads)
About The Position
CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model. Love turning numbers into insights that actually drive decisions? Join a team where your analysis doesn’t just sit in a spreadsheet, it shapes strategy, influences leaders, and makes a real impact on the business. If you’re someone who enjoys solving problems, spotting trends, and partnering with teams to make smarter decisions, this could be your next move! About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated FP&A Analyst to support overhead cost management and financial planning across a North America region. This role partners closely with finance and business leaders to drive budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and strategic insights that improve operational performance and decision-making. You will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting leadership with data-driven insights, and enhancing processes that enable efficiency and cost optimization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- 2-3 years of experience in financial planning & analysis or a related finance role
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong understanding of financial planning, reporting, and analysis
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions
- A proactive mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and solve problems
- Strong business partnering skills and the ability to influence decision-making
- Curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to translate financial data into meaningful insights for non-financial stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a multinational or complex business environment
- Advanced degree (MBA, Finance, Accounting, or similar)
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including profitability reviews, variance analysis, and financial modelling, to support business decisions and optimize performance.
- Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic business goals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., supply chain, commercial, sales) to provide actionable insights that enhance financial decision-making and operational outcomes.
- Provide analytical support for business case development, cost analysis, and evaluation of strategic initiatives to ensure informed decision-making.
- Drive process improvements by supporting the implementation and optimization of financial tools, automation efforts, and standardized processes.
- Perform post-investment reviews to assess the performance of strategic initiatives and recommend corrective actions where needed.
- Support efforts to improve reporting, forecasting, and financial data quality, ensuring timely and accurate consolidation of financial information.
- Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects, including pricing strategies, cost savings initiatives, and performance tracking, to drive business improvements.
- Support long-term financial planning, annual budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Lead and deliver regular financial reporting, including monthly results and mid-month forecasts
- Analyze overhead costs and provide insights to support cost control and optimization
- Partner with finance teams and business leaders to develop accurate budgets and forecasts
- Monitor financial performance and identify risks, trends, and opportunities
- Prepare and deliver clear, actionable reporting and commentary for stakeholders
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy
- Support month-end close activities, including accrual reviews and financial analysis
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders to align financial plans with business objectives
- Contribute to special projects, including process improvements and cross-functional initiatives
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Model
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
