Financial Planning Analyst

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We are seeking a highly motivated Financial Planning Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, as well as perform in-depth financial analysis and reporting. You will collaborate closely with department leads and production teams to gather data, prepare forecasts, and monitor performance against financial targets.

This role plays a strategic part in ensuring that profitability goals are achieved by tracking headcount, monitoring monthly expenditures, and ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines. You will also provide financial support to project teams and assist in month-end close processes.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of communicating complex financial information clearly. You should be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

· Support the quarterly forecasting process, including scenario analysis and simulation.

· Collaborate with Cost Center managers to forecast and monitor Indirect Cost budgets.

· Review and analyze monthly Indirect Cost actuals and investigate variances against forecasts.

· Assist Production teams with Staffing Plan and Activity Cost forecasting, as well as analysis of actuals.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date headcount reporting in the Resource Planning tool.

· Ensure proper time tracking and accurate time charge entries in Timesheets.

· Participate in Business Plan Reviews to challenge assumptions and ensure alignment with Ubisoft's strategic and financial goals.

· Attend budget review meetings with management and provide financial insight.

· Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare regular financial reports.

· Support the monthly close process, including variance analysis and cost evolution reporting to internal stakeholders.

· Provide financial guidance to project teams across departments.

· Conduct financial research and ad hoc analysis as needed.

· Identify and recommend cost optimization and efficiency improvement opportunities.

Requirements:

· Minimum of 1 year of experience in financial analysis, controlling, or a related role.

· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Management, or a related field.

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI is a plus.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

· Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.

· Experience in data reconciliation across systems; knowledge of databases is a plus.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate with Finance, Production, and Management teams.

· Curious, proactive, and engaged — eager to understand projects and support development teams.

· Meticulous attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy and rigor.

· Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities independently.

· Customer-oriented mindset, with a strong sense of responsibility and integrity.

· Experience with Oracle and/or PeopleSoft is preferred.

What we offer:

We Are an Inclusive and Veteran-Friendly - company Ubisoft Ukraine strives to create an inclusive work environment where veterans can easily integrate and grow their careers. Our veteran program helps better understand business operations, hiring processes, and effective collaboration with civilian colleagues offering a supportive and inclusive environment to thrive in their post-military careers. We believe that veterans' experience is a valuable asset that strengthens our team,

Generous Time Off — 20 annual vacation days, additional leave for volunteering, parental leave, and special occasions. Sabbaticals and long-term leave options are also available.

Temporarily Flexible Work Model - during this challenging time, you have the flexibility to choose where you work — remotely or from our Kyiv and Odesa offices. Our offices remain available for those who need a collaborative space or a stable work environment, ensuring uninterrupted workflow while prioritizing safety.

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Please note that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid working.

Professional Growth — Access Ubisoft's learning platform, training programs, English & French classes, and a structured career development plan. Participate in leadership programs tailored to Ubisoft's business environment.

Comfortable Workplace & Tech Support — A modern office featuring sports facilities, a Fun Hub, and a shelter. We foster a welcoming and inclusive environment, ensuring accessibility for individuals of all abilities. Work with the latest hardware, benefit from dedicated IT support, and receive a home office setup for remote work.

Health & Wellness — Premium health insurance, psychological support, gym memberships, mindfulness sessions, and wellness activities. Free bicycles for commuting.

Community & Fun — Additional time off for social initiatives, office celebrations, game release events, and after-work activities. Recreational areas with board games, video games, and a Ubi-library.

Gaming Perks — Enjoy a collection of Ubisoft games across all platforms.

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Please note that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.