The Company:

Our client is a fortune listed global manufacturer that turns over in excess of one billion dollars locally. A true market leader in their field with a reputation to attract, grow and retain exceptional people. State of the art modern offices, global exposure and an outstanding culture with little turnover in the senior finance space.

About the role:

This Finance Analyst role is a 6 month contract, reporting to the Commercial Finance Manager. I require a motivated, articulate, commercially astute and driven Finance Analyst. This is an opportunity to open the door and begin walking the corridor to a future in commercial finance management and group level FP&A.

Working closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders providing analysis to track and improve performance. You are required to perform a wide range of duties that may include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting analysis on financial and operational results to understand company performance
• Reporting to senior management on the reasons behind the product/department performance and results
• Building models and conduct “what if” scenario analyses to identify alternative strategies to improve company performance
• Providing detailed analysis and commentary in relation to areas such as margin analysis and spend
• Reviewing operations and the recommendation of new productivity or cost saving initiatives
• Preparing business cases to support new investment, strategic and other business decisions
• Assisting with forecasting and budget preparation for revenue and costs
• Reviewing existing processes and procedures to develop recommendations for business improvements
• Evaluating previous budgets and expenditure to develop and help implement future budgets
• Communicating results and recommendations to senior management around cost reduction, streamlining operations and increased revenue generation
• Provide insights to senior management around financial modelling, forecasts and profitability

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant financial analytic experience in a large global matrix organisation as a finance analyst, business analyst or management accountant
• Manufacturing, Wholesale/Distribution, FMCG experience highly regarded
• Strong quantitative abilities
• Ability to solve complex problems
• You must be able to articulate financial findings to non-financial stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to form strong working relationships
• Influencing and interpersonal skills
• Commercial acumen
• Good organisational and administration skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Advanced computer software skills, including Excel
• Professional Accounting qualification such as CA / CPA / CFA

If you are interested in this role, please click ‘apply’ below or send your CV to Simon Clancy at [email protected]