Finance Manager

Global FET Overheads Finance Manager

Job Title - Global FET Overheads Finance Manager

Job Location - Bangalore

ABOUT UNILEVER:

Be part of the world's most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life – giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future.

Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you'll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you'll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better you.

ABOUT UNIOPS:

Unilever Operations (UniOps) is the global technology and operations engine of Unilever offering business services, technology, and enterprise solutions. UniOps serves over 190 locations and through a network of specialized service lines and partners delivers insights and innovations, user experiences and end-to-end seamless delivery making Unilever Purpose Led and Future Fit.

Team Overview

The Corporate FET is a high-performing team responsible for planning, budgeting, and analysis of global overhead costs and savings. The team collaborates across regions and functions to derive actionable insights and supports performance management in partnership with the Group Performance Management team.

Role Purpose

The Corporate FET Finance Manager partners with Business Groups (BGs), 1UL, and Corporate teams to drive value through overhead performance management, budgeting, forecasting, and statistical cost processes. The role is pivotal in ensuring end-to-end governance on overheads and leveraging digital capabilities to enhance financial insights and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Overheads Governance: Lead monthly governance processes to monitor and manage key operational overhead metrics.

• Performance Reviews: Support GCC in delivering the overhead plan through lead team reviews, risk management, and decision support.

• Global Cost Allocation: Manage allocation of global costs (Stat Cost) to markets and BGs, ensuring fairness and alignment with GPM principles.

• Budgeting & Controlling: Own budgeting and reporting for specific geographies; roll out global capabilities in line with process models.

• Digital Innovation: Apply AI and machine learning to extract insights, identify hotspots, and drive corrective actions.

• Savings & Program Design: Conceptualize and implement savings initiatives and new financial programs.

• Process Simplification: Use technology to streamline processes and enhance productivity.

Key Interfaces

• Group Performance Management

• Group Chief Accountant Department

• Business Groups and FET

• Corporate Functions

• UniOps

• MCO FET Teams

What You Will Bring

• Drive & Results Orientation: Strong ownership, resilience, and a bias for action to exceed performance expectations.

• Analytical Power: Sharp analytical skills with a balance of logic and intuition; quick learner of new tools and techniques.

• Collaboration & Influencing: High emotional intelligence with the ability to influence across complex matrix structures.

• Stewardship: Strong control mindset with technical expertise in financial controls and accounting principles.

• Passion for People: Natural coach and mentor with a commitment to developing others and fostering accountability.

Requirements

Must Have:

• Experience in commercial finance roles

• Proven ability to influence business strategy

• Expertise in financial controlling and budgetary control

• Demonstrated innovation and change management skills

Nice to Have:

• Experience in team leadership

• Background in CPG industry

• Exposure to data science and complex data modelling

NOTE:

At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better you

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