Position: Finance Analyst



Location:
High Wycombe

Overview:

Reporting to the Senior European Finance Manager, we are looking for a Financial Analyst / FP&A to become a Finance business partner for this global FMCG group. The company has operations across the globe and a market leader in their sector. This position will be a key hire in the European finance team and trusted advisor to the business units.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead preparation, analysis, and presentation of monthly financial results
• Implement financial and operational planning
• Work with Finance team to develop business partnership with operating group leaders, examining financial performance, investigating opportunities for profit enhancement, and recommending actions that promote improved financial results
• Preparation and presentation of quarterly budgets and business plans
• Coordinate budget timelines and submissions, working with operating group leaders, other European finance staff, and Corporate Finance
• Cost management
• Working with the European Controller and senior management to identify and lead strategic decision analysis projects to drive value
• Work with functional managers to identity and develop KPI metrics / reports that are accurate measures of ongoing business efficiency and that aid in predicting future performance
• Develop and maintain partner relationships with leadership by providing decision support through adequate and timely information

Requirements:

• Educated to degree level in a Finance or Business related subject - Part / Full Qualified Accountant an advantage
• At least 3-4 years finance experience
• Solid experience as a Finance Analyst / FP&A in multinational corporations
• Experience in budgeting, reporting and analysis with strong quantitative and problem solving skills
• Self-Starter with a strong ethic over producing high quality / accurate work
• Experience working with and supporting senior management required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interact with diverse people across different functions/cultures
• Good IT skills - MS Office, ERP and BI

Summary:

This is a great opportunity for a professional Financial Analyst looking to join a truly global organisation and rapidly develop your career within a multinational and dynamic environment.