Lead Financial Analyst

We are a leading company in the global pool & wellness industry

Fluidra, a multinational group listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange, is the global leader in the pool and wellness industry. Founded in 1969, Fluidra has long-standing experience in developing innovative products and services in the global residential and commercial pool market.

Fluidra has a clear mission:
to create the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly
.

Fluidra operates in more than 47 countries through its subsidiaries. We have more than
135 sales branches
and more than
35 production centers
around the world, in addition to strategically distributed logistics hubs that support our production and distribution centers.

Our team is comprised of more than
7,000 employees
motivated and skilled employees from
over 45 countries
.

Mission
The Lead Financial Analyst for Global Procurement is a strategic role responsible for driving financial excellence and operational efficiency across the procurement organization. This professional will play a vital part in shaping financial strategies, supporting critical decision-making, and ensuring the integrity and transparency of financial data. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and act as a trusted advisor to both finance and procurement teams.

Your Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Lead the preparation of Monthly Cost and Productivity Variance reports, oversee the annual budgeting process, and manage monthly forecasting for designated procurement systems.
• Controls & Compliance: Monitor and enhance internal controls and performance metrics to maintain compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and efficiency standards.
• Data Validation & Forensic Analysis: Conduct comprehensive reviews of financial data to ensure accuracy and consistency with the general ledger, and perform forensic analysis to identify financial trends and drivers.
• Performance Tracking: Identify leading and lagging financial indicators, document key financial highlights, and track progress against budget and established benchmarks.
• Closing Processes: Support month-end and annual closing activities by performing variance analysis and reconciling financial results to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Benchmarking & Analytics: Develop and maintain benchmarks for critical business drivers, providing actionable insights to improve procurement productivity and cost-effectiveness.
• Ad Hoc Analysis: Respond to evolving business needs by conducting ad hoc financial analyses and presenting findings to leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process and control improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and overall financial performance.
• Policy Adherence: Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable rules and regulations.
• Additional Duties: Take on other responsibilities as assigned to support the finance and procurement teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within global procurement or supply chain operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, data analytics tools, and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High ethical standards and commitment to compliance and confidentiality.

At Fluidra, we are committed to both the professional and personal development of our employees. Thanks to our highly qualified team of experts we are able to fulfill our main mission: To create the perfect Pool and Wellness experience responsibly.