This substantial FMCG manufacturing company operates across two sites in Lancashire creating and distributing products for customers worldwide. Their policy of continuous inward investment has enabled them to expand rapidly, investing in modern production facilities and warehouse automation to ensure they remain industry leaders with a global presence. A recent restructure of the finance department has created a new role for a Budgeting & Forecasting Manager to work closely with department heads to manage cost, improve efficiencies and drive performance. The role will involve close liaison with their internal finance team, provide exposure to senior management and leadership throughout the business. Key responsibilities will be:
* Preparing budgets for all departments across the business
* Reporting of variances against budget
* Preparation of forecasts with detailed analysis
* Meeting regularly with budget holders to discuss results and actions
* Liaising with all departments, manufacturing, sales, warehousing etc
* Reporting and analysis of costs, margins and performance
* Supporting planning and decision making
* Financial modelling and scenario / trend analysis
* Propose and create solutions to business challenges
Central to this role will be the requirement to communicate across the business and provide ins...