Finance Supervisor FP&A

We are actively seeking a Finance Supervisor – FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) to join our team in Bologna (HQ). This is a key role within our finance department, responsible for driving financial performance through insightful analysis, strategic planning, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Lead sales reporting, forecasting, and budgeting (Sales Walk).
• Deliver insightful financial analysis and business commentaries.
• Support scenario modeling and ad hoc strategic analysis.
• Drive process improvements and standardization across FP&A.
• Align Gross Profit management with business goals.
• Manage and develop a team of Financial Analysts.
• Oversee data validation (e.g., via MicroStrategy) and proforma preparation.
• Analyze sales, pricing, margin, and cost efficiency.
• Contribute to S&OP and rolling forecasts.
• Act as deputy to the BU Finance Director when needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on master data and NPD support.
• Support cost optimization initiatives with Group Finance.

• 5+ years of finance/accounting experience in international and manufacturing environments,
• Experience with Oracle ERP (5+ years preferred),
• Strong command of English (written and spoken); able to lead meetings in English and Italian,
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to explain financial concepts in clear business terms.
• Comfortable working across all organizational levels, from shop floor to senior leadership.
• Results-driven with strong initiative and ability to meet deadlines.
• Prior team management experience.
• Experience in a global business environment.

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

Eligibility to Work
You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.

Equal Opportunity Employer
An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.

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