Established in London in 1814, Purdey is today world-renowned for the finest craftsman-made side by side and over and under shotguns and double barrel and bolt action rifles, each one fully bespoke to their client's specifications and needs. Purdey's exclusive range of men's and women's shooting and country clothing and accessories reflects the same attention to detail.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical FP&A Analyst to join our finance team.
The FP&A Analyst will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making by providing in-depth financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. This role requires strong business acumen and excellent analytical skills.
1. Financial Planning & Forecasting: Support the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts by collaborating closely with department heads, ensuring accurate and timely financial projections.
2. Data Analysis: Perform detailed financial analyses, including trend and variance assessments, to identify risks and opportunities impacting the business.
3. Process Improvement: Actively pursue opportunities to streamline FP&A processes and enhance tools for increased efficiency and accuracy.
4. Ad-hoc Reporting: Provide ad-hoc analysis and reporting as required by the financial controller and senior management to support informed decision-making.
5. Sales & Month-End Reporting: Assist in the timely preparation of weekly/monthly sales and month-end reports, contributing to accurate and up-to-date financial insights.
6. Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate effective communication with local management, HQ Finance, and the Group to align on financial objectives and strategies.
7. Financial Monitoring & KPIs: Track financial targets and KPIs, analyze the financial impact of budget or forecast deviations, and recommend corrective cost management measures.
8. Financial Discipline & Compliance: Promote financial discipline across the organization, ensuring the quality of financial forecasts and compliance with corporate finance policies.
9. Adaptability & Team Support: Remain adaptable to evolving needs within Finance, including additional ad-hoc requests, to support the finance team’s overall efficiency and effectiveness.
HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?
1. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan) is an advantage.
2. Highly process-driven and systematic in approach.
3. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
4. Willing to take accountability/ownership of work (improvement mindset).
5. Good organizing skills, autonomous, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
6. Collaborative approach and ability to engage effectively and consistently at all levels.
7. Willingness to challenge the norm and find new ways of doing things.
8. Pragmatic.
9. Personal determination and drive.
10. Focused and articulate.
11. Values in line with Purdey culture.
12. Strong educational background in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; professional qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACA, ACCA) is a plus.
13. Previous experience within FP&A or a similar role.
14. Work experience in a matrix organization is highly valued; experience in the retail industry is an advantage.
WHAT MAKES OUR GROUP DIFFERENT?
Our true power does not lie in our similarities but in the rich diversity of our arts, cultures, and human skills, as well as our specific ability to foster untapped potential.
1. We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity.
2. We foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity.
3. We care for the world we live in.
YOUR JOURNEY WITH US:
We aim to provide a valuable recruitment process, allowing you to gain exposure to some key decision makers and influencing individuals:
1. Initial screening call with Richemont Talent Team.
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