**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.*