Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear develops world-leading medical devices that help people hear and be heard. As a top 100 medical device company and market-leader in implantable hearing devices, more people choose a Cochlear-branded cochlear or acoustic implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives.Position Overview / PurposePrimary responsibilities include managing the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) timetable and deliverables, consolidation of the EMEA total from the region submissions, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial insights.Provide ad hoc support as may be required by FP&A Team and senior management by collaborating with regional and local teams to ensure delivery of goals.This role offers exposure to senior leadership and regional finance teams, providing analytical support to drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence.This opportunity is a full-time, fixed-term contract for a duration of 24 months.AccountabilitiesFinancial Planning and Forecasting:Coordinate of monthly review calls, meetings, distribution of guidance and timelines relating to the integrated business plan (IBP)Consolidation of sales region integrated business plan, including preparation of monthly review slide deckWorking closely with Country Finance Managers, FP&A team, Demand Planning and Product Management Teams to meet the required standards essential in the IBP processProvide support and assistance to Financial Planning Manager in the creation, maintenance and improvement of all revenue and opex forecast files and FX sensitivity for EMEA, Sales Regions and FunctionsAssist in the consolidation of the EMEA budget and preparation of the relevant packs and additional information requiredFinancial and Business Analysis:Assist in the preparation of monthly financial management reporting requirements, including variance analysis and commentaryAssist with the maintenance and improvements to the EMEA monthly report, including KPI dashboardsUnderstand the underlying drivers of performance to help drive the top and bottom lineProcess a large amount of data efficiently, create reporting, and manage the delivery of a wide range of analyses in a dynamic environmentBuild good working relationships with key stakeholders in order to understand the business and its needsTeam Role (Individual contributor):Proactively suggest improvements to systems, processes, and reporting methodologies (continuous improvement mindset)What we are looking for:Minimum:Min of 3 years of work experience in a similar position with a commercial mindsetMicrosoft Excel to advanced standardExperience in business partnering, communication, coordination and presentation skillsSelf-starter, able to work independently with some guidanceFlexible approach with “can do” attitude / ability to quickly learn and adapt in a changing work environmentIdeal:Ability to translate complex data sets into simple insights for non-Finance stakeholdersWorking knowledge of analysis database (Hyperion/Essbase, PowerBI or similar)University degree in relevant fieldDesire to study CIMA/similar financial certificationDevelopment Value of this role:Opportunity to work across organisation boundariesOpportunity to work in a multi-discipline, European business environmentOpportunity to work in medium-sized business units with high growth potentialWhy choose us?For 40 years, Cochlear has been creating reliable products that continue to keep people connected to the world and to each other. We help people of all ages to hear in more than 180 countries around the world. Our technology connects people to life's possibilities and to the people who matter most. We have over 4000 employees globally dedicated to improving people's lives. To date, we have Invested over $2billion AUD in research and development.Cochlear Offers You:Competitive salary25 days holidays (plus UK Bank Holidays)company pensionflexible working patterns and the possibility to work remotely up to 40% per weekyearly salary reviewPension schemeGroup Life InsuranceGroup Income ProtectionEmployee Referral BonusService Anniversary RewardCycle to work schemeVitality health careMedicash cashplanfree use of gym on business park and paid exercise classes availableThis is your chance to be part of a premier organization with a great culture, working in a dynamic, growing and rapidly evolving environment to deliver outstanding results that benefit our customers every day. If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the APPLY button below!Equal opportunitiesCochlear is committed to providing equal opportunities to avoid unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, religion/belief or age.In line with our corporate ethics and statutory obligations we strive to ensure that the work environment is free of harassment and bullying and that everyone is treated with dignity and respect - this is an important aspect of ensuring equal opportunities in employment.
