IT Strategy & Performance Analyst

• 3-5 years of experience in either Finance, Controlling, Performance Management, Finance Business Partnering, or Business Analysis.
• Previous exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Proven ability to develop well-structured presentations and translate complex financial data into clear, meaningful business insights.
• Experience in transformation programs or international environments is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with IT environments or cost allocation methodologies is a plus.

The IT Strategy & Performance Analyst plays a key role as the operational and analytical engine within the Office of the CIO. This position supports financial planning, cost transparency, and performance management across IT.

The role sits at the intersection of Finance and Technology, contributing to IT cost allocation, financial reporting, and data-driven decision-making. The position works closely with IT, Finance, and market stakeholders to ensure transparency, consistency, and efficiency in IT financial management, also delivering C-level ready presentations.

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the new IT cost allocation methodology (based on Technology Business Management / TBM cost allocation structure)
• Prepare HQ allocations for cost distribution to the Markets.
• Coordinate with Budget Owners to ensure consistency of allocation frameworks.
• Track P&L impact of cost allocation and ensure fair distribution across markets.
• Monitor IT cost structures and support continuous improvement of cost transparency model.
• Coordinate budget and forecasting cycles (BUD/FC) with Finance and IT stakeholders.
• Support Controlling on Month-End Closing and Accruals activities.
• Prepare templates and coordinate timelines/planning sessions with stakeholders.
• Act as liaison between IT and Finance for planning activities.
• Analyse Makret's financial performance, deep dive on variations, and prepare reports and presentations explaining those.
• Analyse financial performance in collaboration with Local Heads of IT and Local Finance teams.
• Identify financial impacts and trends to support future planning cycles.

• Strong analytical mindset, combined with the ability to work with incomplete data and translate insights into clear, well-structured presentations.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and evolving business needs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, reporting, and data visualisation.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into clear insights.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix and international environment.