About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

 

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com 

 

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About the role

 

Supporting FP&A, finance and business by producing reports, its development, optimization and harmonization in accordance to given requirements.

Key Responsibilities

 

Lead the creation, development, and deployment of dynamic, high-performance dashboards using Power BI and Power Query, focusing on intuitive visualizations and advanced data modeling to empower business decision-making. Proactively analyse complex datasets from different data sources, identify discrepancies, and implement robust solutions to ensure data accuracy and integrity, while developing preventive strategies to enhance reporting reliability. Streamline and automate reporting workflows using Power Apps, Power Automate and VBA reducing manual effort and improving efficiency. Partner with business and finance teams across whole world to gather and refine requirements, and translate needs into impactful, user-friendly reports and visualizations that drive strategic outcomes in whole company. Regularly refresh current reporting solutions and review them to ensure they remain accurate, relevant, and aligned with evolving business needs and standards. Share expertise by mentoring team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and driving best practices in report design, data modelling, and performance optimization. Leverage a versatile toolkit (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, Python, Excel, VBA, and SQL) to create tailored reporting solutions, continuously improving processes and adapting to evolving business needs.

 

Job requirements

 

Master’s degree in informatics, computer science, finance, (applied) mathematics, econometrics, or any other technology related field. Very good knowledge of Power BI is a must. Experience as Excel/VBA developer in a business environment and/or functional area including practical experience in the reporting optimization/automation. Knowledge of Microsoft suite (Azure/SQL/Access/etc.). Feeling comfortable with basic financial concepts, understanding mechanics of main financial reports (P&L, BS, OPEX, CAPEX) within FP&A environment. Understanding reporting processes/standards, role of FP&A in the organization, ability to explain in to others and propose/implement changes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including articulating recommendations in a concise, timely manner and giving constructive feedback.

 

What we offer

 

Annual bonus. Additional operational bonus. Referral program. LuxMed health care including dental, multisport membership, additional insurance. Learning cafeteria and access to LinkedIn learning. Well-being workshops. Mentoring program (YAM). Team builidng events. CSR Initiatives. Hybrid model of work in a great, vibrant atmosphere in our modern office.

 

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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.