Associate Finance Director CEEMEA

ABOUT THE WELLA COMPANY

Together, WE enable individuals to look, feel, and be their true selves.

Wella Company is one of the world’s leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin, Briogeo and ghd. With 6,000 employees globally, presence in over 100 countries, Wella Company and its brands enable consumers to look, feel, and be their true selves. As innovators in the hair and nail industry, Wella Company empowers its people to delight consumers, inspire beauty professionals, engage communities, and deliver sustainable growth to its stakeholders.

For additional information about the Wella Company please visit www.wellacompany.com.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Finance Director for EE-MEA to join our fast-paced organization. In this important leadership role, you will partner closely with the Senior Finance Director and cross-functional teams to drive financial performance, support key business decisions, and ensure compliance across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Business Partnering: Be the primary business partner for the Easter Europe Professional Beauty business - collaborate with multifunctional Wella teams, challenge business partners in commercial negotiations, identify savings opportunities and bring them to life.
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Lead the FP&A team for the entire EE-MEA cluster (budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning). Establish a robust process in the context of operational transition. Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and operational efficiency.
• Prepare & perform presentations to Regional and Global stakeholders.
• Cost control: own SG&A forecasting across the entire EE-MEA cluster, working closely with HR team and presenting optimization areas
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Support internal and external audits as needed.
• Capability development: train multifunctional teams on finance basics, coach junior members of the finance team, foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive finance experience, with a strong track record in FP&A and business partnering, ideally within an FMC environment.
• Deep understanding of financial modeling, P&L management, and operational finance.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights and actions.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills. Proficiency in English.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAP) and tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).

WHAT WE OFFER

At the heart of our company is a commitment to nurturing growth, health, and happiness. That’s why we offer:

• A flexible hybrid work model with the bonus of shorter Fridays all year long.
• A birthday gift of a day off—spend it with those who matter most!
• The freedom to work remotely from EU for up to 30 days annually.
• A day off for every full year with us (up to five extra days) to celebrate your dedication.
• Quarterly and annual recognition program that comes with financial rewards.
• Company car / allowance
• Comprehensive Luxmed medical coverage.
• Life insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
• A lunch card to fuel your productivity.
• A Multisport card to keep you active and healthy.
• Support for your commute (public transport).
• Exciting product gifts four times a year and opportunities to sample new products.
• Funding for team bonding and integration activities.
• Bonuses for life’s special moments (like marriage or the birth of a child) and for long-term service.