At WD-40 Company, we believe that purpose-driven, passionate people guided by our values create amazing outcomes.  Our "why" is refreshingly simple - we exist to create positive lasting memories in everything we do.

Snapshot of What We’re Looking For

Are you our new FP&A Analyst?

We are hiring for a new position in our award winning EIMEA finance team. Reporting to the FP&A Manager, the Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst will support in bringing key financial insight and reporting to executive stakeholders throughout Europe.

This role will drive business value through combining insight, financial planning, management reporting, forecasting, and strategic modelling support for the business.

The perfect candidate would be an enthusiastic, detailed driven team player, with a curious mindset and a desire to develop business acumen and commercial skills.

• Supports the coordination of quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting processes. Develop, maintain and distribute forecast and budget templates.  Provide in-depth analysis of trends and variances. 
• Prepare reporting and analysis of financial results related to business and financial objectives to include impact/variance analysis. Frequently consults with internal partners to gain information and insight, and influence results that maximize EBITDA.
• Develop and maintain routine and ad hoc management reports that provide visibility to financial results and trends. Analyzes financial results, comparing actual and year-to-date performance with prior periods, forecasts, and plans. Prepares material for monthly business reviews, quarterly presentations to senior leadership, and for external reporting.  
• Independently construct moderate financial models to analyze the impact of current and proposed company initiatives. Analyze, assess and report the overall impact of initiatives and how well they meet organizational and functional unit goals and strategies. 
• Interact with, and provide, broad analytical and business support to assigned functional unit(s). Prepare reporting and analysis of financial results related to business and financial objectives.  Frequently consults with members of the functional unit to gain information and insight, and influence results that maximize EBITDA. 
• Drive continuous process improvements and best practices across the finance team and broader organization to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of reporting and planning processes. Maximize productivity by automating reports, utilizing financial systems and processes as appropriate.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business or similar professional qualification
• 2 year+ in a similar role and industry
• Ongoing professional education in financial planning and analysis.
• Specific coursework and/or training in multi-variate statistics