Financial Planning and Analysis Manager | Permanent | Stonehouse
Job Summary
* Play an integral role in the future success of the business, responsible for building strong working relationships with all areas of the business to ensure business partners have the information to make fact-based decisions that are insightful and considered.
* Oversees the month end reporting, financial planning processes, provides analytical support and strategic decision-making across all areas of the business
* Work closely with the directors of the company to develop plans for IT, manage changes and the day-to-day IT interfaces
Key Relationships
* Board, internal colleagues throughout the business, IT business partners including SAP
Key Activities
* Financial Planning - Lead the annual budgeting process and develop multi-year strategic plans in collaboration with department heads to align with company goals.
* Forecasting and analysis – Prepare and analyse financial forecasts, monitor performance against budgets, and identify key variances and opportunities for improvement
* Reporting – Generate comprehensive financial reports and presentations for senior management, providing insights that inform strategic decisions
* Collaboration – Work closely with all areas of the business (sales, operations, supply chain) to understand costs and benefits and develop the business
* Financial Modelling – Develop and maintain financial models to support business decisions, including market expansion and capital investments
* Team leadership – Mentor and lead a team of 4 people (2 direct and 2 indirect), ensuring they have the necessary tools and skills to meet the company’s financial objectives. Including ensuring job descriptions are in place, and individual team objectives are set and measured.
* Ensuring there is a clear monthly financial timetable in place for the management accounts and continually optimise it to provide timely and relevant accounts, KPIs and commentary to the board and other senior managers
* Review performance to identifying adverse trends (e.g. vs budget and PY) and work with managers to understand the root causes and take agree corrective actions
* Assist the Group Accountant all statutory financial and tax obligations.
* Act as first point of contact for SAP Business One provider.
* Work closely with the directors of the company to develop plans for IT, manage changes and the day to day IT interfaces
Education and Qualifications
* Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent qualification) with 5+ years PQE experience
Skills and Abilities
* Strong strategic mind set
* Strong problem-solving capabilities
* Good people manager, able to set objectives and manage performance.
* Able to build strong relationships at all levels.
* Able to initiate and deliver change.
* Good communicator.
* Highly IT/system literate.
Knowledge and Experience
* 5+ years of relevant experience in financial, planning and analysis or related finance roles
* Experience of working with teams across the business to develop and deliver change projects
* Experience of managing a team of people
* Experience of operating ERP systems, including manufacturing/production order and stock modules, and data extraction tools.
* Knowledge of SAP Business One would be an advantage.
* Experience of Food and Drink sector (and manufacturing) would be an advantage.
* Strong excel skills
For further information, please contact Rhian Mountjoy
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