Ice Cream - SAP CO Management Reporting Analyst

Note: Deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the Job Posting End Date.

UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR AN ICE CREAM – SAP CO Management Reporting Analyst

Location: The Netherlands (Amsterdam), UKI (100 VE)

Full-time: Yes

Local conditions apply  

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will consider candidates based in the set locations. If you are based outside of these locations and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but at this stage we will not take your application forward. We will only consider your application if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the set locations.

The Ice Cream division at Unilever is preparing to stand on its own, aiming to become an independent, EUR 8.3 billion publicly listed company by the end of 2025. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company.​ A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories.​ Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.​

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers.​ Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it.​  

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.  We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.  

We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen before the end of 2025.  

We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.​ 

If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! 

JOB PURPOSE:

The SAP CO Management Reporting Analyst will support the Management Reporting Lead in designing and implementing best-in-class management reporting processes as part of our ERP transformation. This role focuses on financial and performance management reporting, data analysis, and ensuring accurate insights to drive decision-making.

This position is critical to ensuring seamless management reporting integration within the SAP system and will exist for the project implementation duration, expected to be 2.5–3 years.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Redesign of Management Reporting Processes:

  • Assist in the development and execution of standardized management reporting processes aligned with industry best practices.

  • Support seamless integration of financial and operational data across all business units within the SAP system.

  • Maintain and refine key performance indicators (KPIs), dashboards, and reporting frameworks to support data-driven decision-making.

  • Collaborate with the R2R Lead to ensure alignment between financial and management reporting.

• Work on SAP Transformation and Data Analytics:

  • Work with IT and finance teams to configure ERP systems for optimized management reporting and analytics.

  • Identify automation opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and minimize manual intervention.

  • Conduct data validation, testing, and troubleshooting to enhance system functionality and accuracy.

• Collaborate with Stakeholders:

  • Partner with finance teams, business leaders, and external consultants to ensure smooth ERP implementation.

  • Provide support and training to teams on new management reporting tools and processes.

  • Assist in documenting and standardizing reporting structures across the organization.

• Ensure Data Integrity & Compliance:

  • Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of management reporting data.

  • Implement governance mechanisms and controls to maintain high data quality and reliability.

  • Support proactive adaptation to evolving business reporting needs and regulatory requirements.

• Test, Validate, and Optimize:

  • Participate in rigorous testing and validation processes to ensure optimal MR configurations.

  • Identify and address gaps in reporting, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field.

• Hands on experience within SAP, ideally with SAP S/4 HANA

• Experience with controlling aspects such as profitability analysis, profit center accounting and cost of goods sold

• Experience in large scale multi-country projects.

• Experience in manufacturing or FMCG space.

Technical and Analytical Skills:

• Strong financial and operational data analysis capabilities.

• Ability to interpret and structure data into meaningful business insights.

• Familiarity with automation tools and digital solutions for reporting enhancement.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!   

• Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus and share scheme.  

• Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.   

• Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.   

• We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.   

• Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate.  For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office, you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products. 

• Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products.    

• My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).  

• Home work allowance 

• Company laptop and mobile phone 

• Green Mobility Policy 

EXCITED?

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.  Your application will be reviewed against our requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.  

Looking forward to meeting you!    

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.   

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

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