MidFull TimeENEurope
# Ownership
PURPOSE:
Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Birra del Borgo, Leffe, and Hoegaarden. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work .
That’s Who We Are: Come and OWN IT.
The Commercial FP&A Manager ITALY is responsible for the financial and strategic planning process within the Italian Business, ensuring business targets are cascaded and monitored accordingly, as well as to challenge the reported figures and assist in corrective action plans with the respective teams.
He/she will be ensuring the data availability and integrity as well as analyzing and validating the monthly/yearly budget and financial plans, tracking & monitoring the adherence of the expenditures, the income, the cost of sales and other budgetary items to their budget.
Together with the Commercial FP&A Analyst ITALY (Direct report) and Commercial FP&A Manager of BU Central Europe (Line Manager), he/she is the key contact of the commercial organization and Management Committee of ITALY to steer the Financial & Strategic Planning and Reporting processes.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Work in a quick changing environment
Constantly balancing the search for new improved ways of working together with the sustained implementation of agreed ways of working.
Ensure full flexibility to meet existing and future business needs
Follow the target setting and performance management processes adopted by AB Inbev.
Key contacts: (internal – external)
Italy Country Managing Director + Sales Directors
Supporting functions: Commercial Operations (Revenue Management, Trade Marketing, Category Management), Demand Planning and Control team
GCC (Global Capability Center)
BU Central Europe FP&A team
Accountabilities:
Budgeting Cycle:
Plan monthly/yearly regional budget, monthly forecasts and LE´s
Ensure connection and alignment with country plans and Commercial operations
Monitor adherence and compliance with all related policies and procedures
Validate and participate into build-up of business case analyses and forecasts
Analysis and Reporting:
Deliver monthly/quarterly/yearly closings in close cooperation with GCC, Control and business teams
Review actual results and key variances against budget and LE for the total region (Italy)
Provide visibility on key account & customer P&L’s
Prepare management reporting on key metrics and variances
Recommend action plans to improve performance to Italy Management Team and BU FP&A team
Ensure compliance with accounting principles, AB InBev standards, policies, and procedures
Support revenue management initiatives
Other:
Deliver on special finance and commercial projects (Anaplan, Finance Excellence Program, etc)
Identify and ensure implementation of process and system enhancements to continuously improve operations
Recognize and communicate potential issues/risks in the team
Support Commercial FP&A Analyst and GCC in case of work overload in other processes
Perform other duties as requested by Commercial FP&A Manager of BU Central
Be the active right-hand of the Country Managing Director and the Italian Management Committee
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
University degree in Economics, Finance and related field required.
3-5 years’ experience in Finance area or related fields
Experience in working in an ERP environment is a plus
Experience in working in a multi-national environment is a plus
work in a multi-cultural environment
High level of service mindset
Good business sense
Highly results focused
Capable of being entrusted with “confidential” information
Highly structured and systematic approach to delivering business solutions
Excellent team player, able to develop strong relationships with colleagues and peers
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to build productive working relationships across functional areas
Ability to cultivate an environment focused on customer satisfaction
Technical competencies:
Understanding of financial concepts and transactions
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Accounting skills
Basic business sense
Strong attention to detail
Computer skills (Excel, SAP, Power Point)
Able to work on own initiative and prioritize workload effectively
Ability to troubleshoot problems for others
Ability to coordinate the development of report documentation
Flexibility
Senior Stakeholder Management
Language skills:
Fluent English in speaking, reading, and writing
BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US
We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit.
UNIQUE CULTURE
We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.
BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES
We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.
