Financial Analyst

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

About Us

Please note: The preferred location for this position is Greensboro, NC but other locations will be considered based on the candidates experience and qualifications.

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, our Finance Team is currently seeking a Financial Analyst. 

The Financial Analyst will support the Crop Protection CP and Syngenta Professional Solutions SP Business with a focus on Marketing, Pricing, Discount and Redemption activities, and Function Expenses.  The position holder will influence the business strategy and decision making by providing detailed financial analysis

Accountabilities

Work with stakeholders to manage function expenses, build expense budgets, and provide analysis to enable educated decision making. Provide financial support to Product Marketing, SPS, and Commercial Units CU’s to ensure pricing is properly maintained and communicated including gross to net, discount allocation, and list pricing. Partner with CU stakeholders in executing redemption activities including payment of programs as well as participating in program development when appropriate. Provide financial support for business case development in season. Enable the business to make in season pricing decisions by facilitating the exposure review process, SIC liability estimates based on pricing proposals, and detailed analysis regarding financial impacts of any pricing proposals. Be involved, on an ad-hoc basis in projects managed or led by Crop Protection, Marketing and SPS. Provide analysis to ensure proper liability balances and accrual rates for marketing programs through periodic reconciliations in season and annual analysis for year-end activities.

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics and/or related field of study 3 years accounting/finance experience Experience in financial planning, analysis, modelling and benchmarking Experience with standard financial analysis tools, i.e., NPV, risk assessment, and value creation  Experience preparing company budgets All applicants must be able to work in the US without sponsorship from Syngenta

Preferred Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively on a cross functional basis while providing decision support services Ability to create and communicate ad hoc financial analysis

What We Offer:

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs Full Benefit Package Medical, Dental & Vision that starts your first day 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution Paid Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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