CoE Inventory Finance Analyst

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

Why you in this role?

Are you looking for a global role to accelerate your growth and development? We have an exciting opportunity for you to explore.

You’ll be part of the Global Financial Services team and primarily focused on managing and optimizing reporting and data processes across the organization. You will identify a vision and prioritize objectives that support our Haleon finance function on our journey to World Class.

You’ll enjoy the challenge of a fast-paced, problem-solving environment that requires you to think and act quickly to address strategic and day-to-day business priorities.

Job purpose

Finance Analyst responsible for inventory reconciliations and financial analysis execution via accounting systems and analytical tools related to Inventory finance for Americas Region at Haleon. Achieve quality and accuracy data on Haleon import costing, local added value impacts, supporting senior finance accountant on controlling activities at all levels (including C&C/Operational Center in India). Finance Analyst promoting improvement initiatives, standardization and ensuring financial controls, looking for high quality results based on Haleon values/expectations.

Specific activities & functions

• Provide Inventories KPIs data
• Understanding Inventory Finance E2E Process
• Close communication internal/external stakeholders (raise any risks on time)
• Continuous improvement
• Perform daily/monthly analysis on inventory tasks and backup plan
• Analyze and prepare journal entries
• Annual Inventory Revaluation execution, based on market responsibility
• Monthly balance sheet analysis, review and approval following HALEON Policies/Guidelines.
• Quality financial validations/proactive actions prior/current month end close
• Monthly fulfilment of internal controls
• Issues follow up from MEC monthly meeting
• Coordinate SOP updates/Any internal control requirements per ICFW-HALEON Guideline
• Financial analysis as per business needs

Technical & Analytical Requirements:

• Graduated from a Technical school (Cost Accounting preferable)
• University career completed (Bachelor) or to be completed- Business Administration, Accounting, Industrial Engineering.
• 5 yrs experience in the accounting or share service field/cost accounting.
• MS Office- Intermediate-advanced excel.
• Advanced English level (NA: >90%, Latam: >80%). Portuguese plus.
• At least 2 areas of expertise within HALEON (for internal candidates).

• Analytical data skills and decision making, based on facts.
• Ability to organize and understand financial data on excel spreadsheets.
• Able to understand business needs, promote open conversations and achieve goals.

Require Supervision:

• Follow Haleon Values & Expectations
• High technical knowledge/critical thinking
• Be aware of Haleon Guidelines/Policies
• Works under low to minimal supervision. Key role player for Supervisor into the team.
• Single point of contact for internal team members and stakeholders
• New assignments/duties through time (projects)
• Coordinate activities internally once required, or proactively as desired. Provide visibility on a timely basis.
• Identify potential issues and propose solutions in the immediate area or within functional group

Competencies

• Able to lead activities, commitment and proactive attitude through organizational team
• Focused on business to resolve/drive Stakeholder issues.
• Ability to organize and understand financial data
• Use financial systems to facilitate analysis and solutions
• Communication and interpersonal skills; interacts effectively with individuals
• Change management
• Ability to act as a contributor to finance or Stakeholder teams. 
• Able to influence decisions that impact their immediate work environment.
• Able to identify potential issues and propose solutions in the immediate area.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Proactive and critical thinking
• Attention to detail and quality of his/her work and team.
• Communication skills across different levels and knowledge levels.
• Able to work under pressure and tight schedules/deadlines.
• Political skill to acquire the power needed to achieve one’s objective.

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Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees. 

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

Adjustment or Accommodations Request

If you require a reasonable adjustment or accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at Haleon at any stage of the application process, please let your recruiter know by providing them with a description of specific adjustments you are requesting. We’ll provide all reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process and treat all information you provide us in confidence. 

Note to candidates

The Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). If you are not sure whether the email you received is from Haleon, please get in touch.