Business Unit Representative - Management Reporting and FP&A – Ice Cream ERP Implementation

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Job Title: Business Unit Representative - Management Reporting and FP&A – Ice Cream ERP Implementation

Scope: Global, Full time

Reports to:  MR and FP&A Leads – Ice Cream ERP Implementation – Ice Cream ERP Implementation

Location: London, Amsterdam (other locations considered, European work hours)

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or consider choosing to work for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025.

Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent within our Ice Cream company. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company. We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us.

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win.

We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.

JOB PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Business Unit Representative – Management Reporting and FP&A will serve as the key liaison between the Business Unit (BU) and the central finance project team. This role ensures that financial planning, reporting, and analysis processes are accurately integrated into the new ERP system while maintaining global standardization. The position is instrumental in driving financial transformation, ensuring compliance, and aligning financial data and reporting structures across all business units.

This position is part of a large-scale ERP implementation project, with a duration of approximately 2.5–3 years.

Business Unit Representatives cover one of the following BUs:

1.             Europe

2.             Asia

3.             METSA (Middle East, Turkey, South Asia)

4.             Americas

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Business Unit Representation & Financial Process Alignment:
  • Act as the primary representative of the BU for all FP&A and management reporting discussions.
  • Ensure BU financial planning and reporting requirements are reflected in the ERP implementation and financial data structure.
  • Collaborate with MR and FP&A project teams to develop and implement forecasting, budgeting, and performance monitoring / reporting frameworks.
    
• ERP Implementation & Data Integration:
  • Work closely with IT and Finance teams to integrate FP&A processes into the ERP system.
  • Assist in data migration, validation, and reconciliation to ensure financial data accuracy post-go-live.
  • Identify automation opportunities to improve efficiency in financial planning and reporting.
    
• Compliance & Governance:
  • Support implementation of financial controls and compliance frameworks within the ERP system.
  • Ensure adherence to global financial governance while addressing local business needs.
    
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
  • Serve as the bridge between the Business Unit, MR and FP&A teams, and also IT teams to ensure seamless ERP implementation.
  • Work closely with the FP&A Lead and Global Finance Process Owners to represent business unit needs.
  • Develop and maintain a Change Network across all regions to facilitate smooth adoption of new financial planning processes.
    
• Test, Validate, and Optimize:
  • Participate in ERP system testing and validation, ensuring proper financial reporting structures.
  • Identify potential gaps and propose enhancements for process optimization.
  • Support training and knowledge-sharing initiatives to ensure a successful transition to the new ERP system.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in FP&A, management reporting, or financial planning.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, or similar).
  • Strong knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Experience in ERP transformation and financial process standardization is a plus.
    
• Technical & Analytical Skills:
  • Strong understanding of management reporting structures and planning & budgeting processes.
  • Ability to analyze financial data and drive continuous process improvements.
  • Familiarity with automation tools and digital finance solutions.
    
• Collaborative Leadership:
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work across functions and influence key stakeholders.
  • Experience in working within a fast-paced, evolving business environment.

WHY JOIN US?

• Be a Key Influencer: Represent business unit financial planning and reporting needs in a global ERP transformation.
• Innovation & Growth: Work with cutting-edge financial technologies and process improvement strategies.
• Global Exposure: Collaborate with diverse teams across international markets.
• Career Development: Gain hands-on experience in finance transformation and ERP implementation.
  

If you're a finance professional passionate about driving financial transformation and aligning business unit financial planning with global strategies, we'd love to hear from you!

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Disclaimer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

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