Senior FP&A Manager

Req ID: 98996

Function: Finance

Posted: Sep 1, 2026

Location:

Darmstadt, HE, DE, 64295

Senior FP&A Manager

Country/Region: DE

City: Darmstadt

SENIOR FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS (FP&A) MANAGER

FINANCE / FP&A

DACH

As our Senior FP&A Manager, you will act as a strategic finance partner to the DACH leadership team, driving financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and business decision-making across the entire DACH P&L.

THE ROLE

OPTIMIZE, ENABLE, INNOVATE!

As our Senior FP&A Manager, you play a critical role in leading the financial planning and forecasting agenda for DACH. You will partner closely with the GM, CFO, and cross-functional leadership teams, delivering financial insights, driving forecasting accuracy, and ensuring robust financial control to support the achievement of business objectives.

You will be reporting to the CFO DACH, and you will manage:

1. Financial Planning, Forecasting & Performance Management

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual planning cycles across the full DACH P&L

Drive variance analysis and forecasting processes in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Own the local finance calendar and ensure timely delivery of planning milestones

Manage financial inputs into planning tools, including Hyperion

Ensure clear reconciliation versus prior year, previous forecasts, and business plans

2. S&OP & Commercial Performance Support

Actively participate in the S&OP planning process and provide financial guidance on risks and opportunities

Partner with Supply Chain and Category Growth teams to improve forecast accuracy

Translate operational and sales plans into divisional and DACH-level financial forecasts

Support decision-making through meaningful financial analysis and business insights

3. Month-End Close & Reporting

Coordinate month-end close activities across the local Commercial Finance team

Serve as key contact for regional Finance and Accounting teams

Lead monthly actual-versus-forecast reviews and variance analyses

Prepare and communicate financial reporting for senior leadership

Support Monthly Business Updates and Business Reviews with financial insights and recommendations

4. Financial Analysis & Business Partnering

Conduct profitability analyses for brands, product lines, and strategic initiatives

Support Marketing teams with business cases, investment proposals, and P&L simulations

Evaluate product launches, promotions, and commercial initiatives through ROI and profitability assessments

Contribute to the development of financial processes supporting new business models and channels (e.g., TikTok Shop)

5. Leadership, Collaboration & Process Excellence

Act as an active member of the regional FP&A network to drive process improvements and best practices

Facilitate effective communication between local and regional stakeholders

Drive alignment across Finance, Commercial, Marketing, Supply Chain, and senior leadership teams

Promote planning efficiency, governance, and analytical excellence across the DACH organization

YOU ARE A COTY FIT

As a strategic finance professional, you enjoy translating complex business and financial data into actionable insights that drive growth and performance.

Your skills and experience include:

Significant experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Sales Controlling, Brand Controlling, or related Finance functions

Strong understanding of P&L management, balance sheet dynamics, and US GAAP principles

Excellent experience with forecasting, variance analysis, and performance management

Strong business acumen and understanding of commercial performance drivers

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Advanced Excel skills; SAP, SAP HANA, and Hyperion experience are advantageous

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills

Fluent English and ability to operate within an international environment

If you’re ready to influence strategic decisions and shape financial performance across DACH, we want you on our team!

WHAT WE OFFER

This role offers a highly visible position at the heart of the DACH business, with extensive exposure to commercial and senior leadership teams.

Strategic partnership with the GM, CFO, and leadership team

Broad exposure to end-to-end P&L management and business performance

Opportunity to influence forecasting, planning, and transformation initiatives

International and collaborative working environment

Hybrid working model and strong development opportunities

ABOUT US

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