Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis, Overheads - Remote

Overview

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

In Short

• Lead the global tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes for Publishing operating expenses and headcount.
• Partner with department heads (e.g., HR, IT, Marketing) to understand cost drivers, validate assumptions, and align financial targets with strategic priorities.
• Drive monthly and quarterly performance reviews, providing insightful analysis on overhead trends, risks, and opportunities to business partners, the executive team, and Corporate Finance.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of overheads in accordance with corporate policies and standards.
• Support strategic initiatives, transformation programs, and cost-efficiency projects by providing relevant financial inputs and actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models and tools for scenario planning, resource optimization, and cost management.
• Lead or support finance transformation initiatives, including ERP system implementation, automation, dashboard development, and continuous process improvements.
• Collaborate closely with worldwide finance teams to harmonize data structures and streamline processes across the Publishing business.
• Lead and develop a team of four FP&A analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or related field.
• Extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, with a strong track record of leading and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in handling large, multi-dimensional datasets. Experience with ERP systems and planning tools, preferably Hyperion Essbase and Oracle Planning solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.
• Hands-on problem solver with strong analytical acumen and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment with complex and heterogeneous data structures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Able to foster a collaborative team culture and promote cross-functional alignment.
• Fluency in English is required.

Benefits

• Profit Sharing, yearly company saving plan.
• 25 paid time off + 12 additional paid days off.
• 50% of your Navigo pass is paid by the company, lunch vouchers (9€/day).
• Healthcare for you and your family.
• Gym available in the building.
• Flexible working organization to be discussed with the manager of the role.
• Hybrid work model to help maintain work-life balance.