Senior Plant Controller Job Location: Stafford, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Employment Type: Regular Category: Finance and Accounting Posting Date: Jan 14, 2025 Compensation Data £50000 - £60000 Mission Details Division : Finance Department : Finance JOB TITLE Commercial Management Accountant Reporting to the FP&A Manager JOB DIMENSIONS The role supports the 6 Arkema businesses within the UK and 1 in Ireland · Arkema Holding Limited (Stafford) · Arkema UK Limited (Wetherby & Stafford) · Bostik Limited (Stafford & Leicester) · Sovereign Chemicals (Barrow in Furness) · Siroflex Limited (Barnsley). · Evode Limited [Dormant] · Bostik Industries (Dublin) Combined Net Turnover £240M ACTIVITIES Working within main FP&A department, covering broad range of commercial aspects, including but not limited to; Pricing / Margin : · Maintain current pricing structure / price lists - ensuring tie to Commercial Contracts · Assist with pricing for tender negotiations · Support sign off of Trading Agreements. · Prepare (& eventually lead) monthly pricing meeting with Commercial Teams (supported by FP&A Manager) · Perform Pricing Analysis in all Business Streams; agree actions with Commercial Director / Commercial Manager. (Track, monitor, recommend and report all Price increases) · Business Partner to Category Managers Rebates: · Management of customer rebate process within SAP · Raising of rebate credit documentation · Reconciling Rebate provisions · Liaison with commercial to ensure rebate contracts reviewed and aligned to SAP Reporting: · Publish Summary Daily; Weekly & Monthly Sales & Margin Reports · Promotional analysis / approval / tracking to ensure maintaining required margin · Preparation and updating of Customer & Market levels P&L's monthly / as required · Preparation of Balance Sheet Reconciliations The role operates in a busy environment with multiple demands on time and resources. The dynamic nature of the business requires adaptability and flexibility, whilst at the same time adhering to pre-defined deadlines, legislative and regulatory requirements. The role requires regular interaction with relevant stakeholders, and representing the company in a professional capacity at all times. Role is office based, working from Common Road, Stafford, ST16 3EH. Occasional travel to other sites may be required. The applicant should be self-motivated, with a can-do attitude and bring enthusiasm, diligence & aptitude to the role. Continuation of study will be supported for the right candidate. ACCOUNTABILITIES Responsible for Pricing & Margin Analysis, Structure and Execution of the UK pricing. Ensure the growth of the company EBITDA through an effective and structured sales and margin analysis. QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED · Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance role · Working knowledge of SAP · Part Qualified CIMA or equivalent · Computer and IT literate with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the use of formulas · A strong analytical mind-set · Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritise effectively is essential. · Ability to work across range of departments / levels of hierarchy · Influencing and strong communication skills are also a pre-requisite Desirables: · SAP BI knowledge · Graduate calibre with focus on further financial based qualifications · Experience of management accounts · Previous experience in a similar industry Who we are?Arkema is a world leader inInnovative Materials for a Sustainable Worldwith the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player. We thrive asOne Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of 9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers. If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you throughwww.arkema.com (https://www.arkema.com/global/en/) to learn more about our values - Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion - and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation. Changing the world requires the right formula.The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together.What are you made of? The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire. Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring. 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