My client is a market leading manufacturer and retailer supplying both the B2C and B2B markets.
The position is an integral part of a team of finance professionals, responsible for all aspects of financial and management reporting for the Groups Operations, comprising the Production, Recycling and Supply chain functions.
The Finance Operations team is a cornerstone of the Groups Finance function, and a critical business partner to the Groups Chief Operating Officer and to the Operations leadership team.
We work with them to evaluate performance, identify opportunities and issues, and formulate actions to give the Group the best possible chance of achieving its strategic and commercial targets.
Responsibilities:
Preparation of monthly management accounts and analysis of financial performance for manufacturing operations with revenues of c.£100m. This requires:
A good understanding of and ability to perform variance analysis for P&L line items, including raw materials, other manufacturing costs and overheads
An understanding of the concepts of manufacturing efficiencies, production yield and overhead cost absorption
Reporting of financial performance. This requires:
Preparation of materials for presentation to COO and his leadership team on performance with corresponding commentary
Ability to interpret results for Production leadership team (i.e. in their language)
Preparation of operational dashboards (KPIs) & commentary for internal and external stakeholders
Other responsibilities include:
Business partnering to the site leadership team
CAPEX reporting
Monthly forecasting
Tracking of Continuous Improvement initiatives
Preparation of annual budgets
Personal Qualities:
Strong team player - comfortable working as part of a team, where there is a periodic need to share responsibilities and cover / support colleagues (e.g., peak activity periods or holidays)
Ability to work well with operational staff and translate operational opportunities and issues into financial outputs
A proactive and positive approach
An ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise accordingly
Qualifications/Experience/Knowledge and Skills:
Strong academic qualifications
CIMA / ACCA qualified accountant
Experience working within a manufacturing environment
SAP system experience beneficial, particularly production and financial modules
Full UK drivers license required
This is an outstanding opportunity to work as part of a high calibre finance team at a senior level as well as partnering the senior operations team across a number of disciplines.
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