Your responsibilities
Financial Performance & Reporting
•Lead EMEA management reporting for Distribution & Transportation, including variance and trend analysis
•Deliver clear, decision-oriented financial insights to Operations and senior stakeholders
•Analyze key cost drivers and operational KPIs, identifying risks and improvement opportunities
Budgeting & Forecasting
•Own budgeting and forecasting processes for D&T scope across multiple sites and entities
•Challenge assumptions and ensure alignment between financial plans and operational activities
•Consolidate submissions with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and business relevance
•Budget loading in Hyperion and SAP
Month-End Close & Controls
•Oversee month-end activities including recharges, accruals, and closing analysis
•Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls
•Act as a primary finance contact for internal and external audit matters
CAPEX & Project Finance
•Monitor CAPEX and CIP for distribution and operational projects
•Maintain the Capital Tracker and support investment business cases and CAR processes
•Ensure timely activation and financial governance of capital projects
Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement
•Partner closely with DC Managers, Operations, and Global Finance teams
•Lead or support monthly financial performance reviews
•Drive improvements in reporting, automation, and finance processes
Our requirements
•3–5+ years of experience in Finance, Controlling, or Financial Analysis
•Proven exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close in a multi-entity environment
•Experience supporting audits and working within strong control frameworks
•Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills
•Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
•Business partnering mindset with strong stakeholder communication skills
•Advanced Excel
•English language proficiency (Mandatory)
•Experience with Hyperion Essbase
•Strong interest in AI and AI project development
•Experience in Supply Chain, Distribution, Logistics, or Operations Finance
•Experience with SAP, Power BI and reporting tools
•Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset
•Proficiency in an additional European language ((French preferred)
What we offer
•Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning – 17,000+ courses for your professional and personal development
•Private healthcare
•Pension plan (PPE) with company contribution of 3,5%
•Fully sponsored life insurance
•Hybrid working; working hours – Monday to Friday, 8h starting between 7:00 and 9:00AM
•Discounts on some of our products from brands Parker, DYMO, Sharpie, Contigo, and others
•Partly financed Multisport Card or cinema tickets
•Bravo – our global recognition programme where teammates can recognise each other and exceptional work is rewarded
•Give@Newell – paid time-off for charity activities dedicated for local communities right where you live/work.
•Modern, air-conditioned office in the city center (next to Stary Browar) with well-equipped kitchen and underground bike parking
•Friendly atmosphere & multicultural environment (30+ nationalities in our Poznan office!)
•Corporate Citizenship Philosophies – environmentally sustainable and socially sensitive business practices
•Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, Leadership
Benefity
Are you interested?
Reports to: Senior Finance Manager EMEA D&T
As an Associate Finance Manager you will serve as a key finance business partner to Distribution, Transportation, and Operations teams across EMEA. Your role delivers independent financial analysis, forecasting, and performance insights that support both operational and strategic decision-making, while upholding strong financial discipline, compliance, and a continuous improvement mindset.
We will help you achieve your goals and develop by providing regular feedback and access to online training courses.
Newell Brands has a strong footprint in the EMEA region, with several thousand employees spread over many corporate offices and manufacturing facilities. You might recognise some of our iconic brands, like Parker, Sistema, Spontex, Crockpot, NUK, Coleman, and Yankee Candle, to name a few.
If so, please click on “Apply” on this site and upload your CV in English.
If your application is shortlisted, our recruiter will invite you for an initial phone or MS Teams interview.
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