1. A highly commercial role with high level exposure and influence
2. Ideal applicants will come from FP&A, Accounting, or Consulting backgrounds
About Our Client
Our client is a global player in the retail / manufacturing sector. With a strong UK presence, they are committed to providing top quality products to their vast customer base whilst maintaining a focus on sustainable and ethical business practices.HYBRID WORKING: 3 days in the office, and 2 from home per week
Job Description
The FP&A Analyst - HYBRID role involves:
3. Follow up and create in-depth knowledge and understanding of all departmental budgets; co-ordinate UK Sales General and Administrative ('SGA') expenses Budget cycles
4. Continuously monitor financial results (versus budget) to analyse performance; preparing month end result and proposing and implementing actions to ensure budgeted profit ratios are maintained
5. Supporting the Corporate Manager on strategic communication, documentation and co-ordination of action plans related to BOD meetings and quarterly communications.
6. Make recommendations for future corporate planning based on financial analysis and ensure these are executed.
7. Responsible for reviewing, maintaining and appropriately communicating to the business UK's Company Rules, reporting and addressing on any non-compliance issues
8. Ensure continuous and strong communication with UK departments on cost control and budget management. Understand and communicate changing business needs, report on substantial disparities and, when applicable, develop and propose actions to address those.
9. Review and report on company KPIs to senior management, identifying improvement areas
Main responsibilities are related to Financial Planning, controlling and analysis. However Corporate department is also responsible for the Legal and internal control environment. Therefore, the following responsibilities will also fall in scope of the role as Corporate Planner.
10. Co-ordinate and review departmental planning across UK and make recommendations to the Corporate Manager to ensure plans are appropriate and joined up at a corporate level.
11. Complete the quarterly self-assessment for J-Sox.
12. Support the company with the co-ordination of contractual [including legal] matters - both administration and legal checking; liaising with other internal and external parties for advice and guidance.
13. Any project as assigned by top management.
The Successful Applicant
A successful FP&A Analyst - HYBRID should have:Professional, flexible, proactive and confident individual who will be able to work in a demanding environment
14. Proven analytical skills.
15. Experience within an accounting and finance function (FP&A).
16. Understanding of controlling function.
17. Good presentation skills
18. Ability to communicate well at all levels
19. IT, budget control and report writing skills.
20. SAP / BW / Analysis for Office knowledge desirable for data analysis and controlling
21. Knowledge and understanding of standard MS software packages.
22. Power BI
Desirable:
23. A degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field
24. A CIMA qualification background can also be useful, but is not required
25. Proven experience in strategic planning within the retail industry
26. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
27. Proficiency in financial modelling and forecasting
28. Excellent communication and leadership abilities
29. A strong understanding of retail market trends and business operations
What's on Offer
The FP&A Analyst - HYBRID role offers;
30. An annual salary of £50,000 - £60,000, depending on skills and experience
31. Comprehensive benefits package (including up to 10% bonus, Pension, 25 days holiday + BH, Hybrid working, private medical and more)
32. HYBRID WORKING: 3 days in the office, and 2 from home per week
33. The opportunity to contribute to a highly reputable retail company
34. A supportive and collaborative work environment in Weybridge
35. The chance to shape business strategies and drive performance