Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Analyst

About MVH Europe

Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) Europe is a family of leading veterinary care providers committed to creating a better world for pets. Our network includes trusted brands such as AniCura and Linnaeus, operating over 500 animal hospitals and clinics across 17 European countries. Together, our teams deliver high-quality, modern veterinary care for companion animals, ensuring peace of mind for pet owners through excellent access and patient safety.

AniCura, our largest brand in Europe, provides care to over three million patients each year through 12,500 dedicated professionals. Linnaeus, operating primarily in the UK and Ireland, is home to over 6,000 Associates empowered to deliver exceptional care through a culture of collaboration, clinical excellence, and continuous development.

At MVH Europe, we prioritize a culture of accountability, inclusion, and wellbeing. We believe our purpose — to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS — starts with building a better world for our people. Strong financial governance and insightful decision-making are critical enablers of this ambition.

Role Overview

The Finance Planning & Analysis Analyst supports strategic decision-making across the business by delivering accurate and insightful financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting. The role translates complex financial data into clear insights for Finance Business Partners and leadership, ensures consistent reporting across functions and markets, and contributes to strategic initiatives through modeling, business case support, and ad hoc analysis.

In addition, the role plays an important part in maintaining and improving financial tools, templates, and dashboards, and in driving continuous improvement of FP&A processes.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Analysis, Reporting & Planning

• Collaborate with Finance Business Partners to provide analytical and data support.

• Support monthly reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Assist with period close activities and reporting cycles.

Models, Tools & Data Quality

• Maintain and update financial models, templates, and dashboards for FP&A processes.

• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data across systems.

• Support tool usage and process documentation.

Context and Scope

This is a foundational FP&A role providing analytical support for planning, reporting, and variance analysis. The role is responsible for ensuring data accuracy, maintaining models and tools, and supporting period close and reporting cycles. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners and FP&A leadership to support decision-making through high-quality data, analysis, and insights.

Summary of the Role

• Job Title: Finance Planning and Analysis Analyst

• Department: Finance (FP&A)

• Segment / Business Unit: MVH Europe

• Reporting Line: Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Manager

• Contract: Full-time

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

• Knowledge of financial systems and modeling tools (Excel, SAP, BI platforms)

Knowledge / Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in FP&A, Controlling, or similar roles

• Strong financial modeling skills and advanced Excel proficiency

• Good understanding of financial statements and business performance

• Experience with reporting tools such as Anaplan, Power BI, or Tableau

• Ability to work independently and influence without authority

Key Mars Leadership Competencies

• Plans and aligns

• Ensures accountability

• Communicates effectively

• Collaborates

• Delivers consistent results

• Creates collaborative relationships

• Navigates complex challenges

Interested?

Please contact Esther van Berkel, Group Corporate Recruitment Partner, who is happy to tell you more about this opportunity and the recruitment process. Or apply by submitting your resume through clicking the apply button below. Due to the holiday season, we will review applications during the week of January 12. Interviews are scheduled to take place in the week of January 19.

MVHE is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.

Internal Candidates / Associates: If you are interested in this position, please reach out to the Corporate Recruiter to understand the internal recruitment process.