Financial Planning and Analysis Manager / Management Accountant

Job Title: Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Location: Telford

Salary: Attractive package, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Job Role:

Our Client is the UK's market-leader in outsourced waste management and recycling services and the 2017 Shropshire Business Awards Company of the Year. Their ability to optimise practical and efficient solutions on site is a unique service offering that distinguishes them from their competitors. They put people first, whether they're their employees, shareholders, or customers.

They are currently seeking to recruit a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager who will be an integral part of the finance and accounting team and reports to the Group Controller. The FP&A Manager will be responsible for the preparation of internal/external financial reports, Board of Directors materials, monthly financial analysis materials, and to provide ad hoc analysis for the organization. The FP&A Manager will work to enhance performance analysis and develop ever more relevant strategic and business planning.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the monthly, actuals, (forecast) and budget reporting plus commentary for the entire Group
• To develop/lead the FP&A function through a period of change in service expectations, developing the team to enhance their capabilities and their delivery ensuring fit for purpose service which supports and underpins change.
• To work with senior managers to improve financial awareness and budgeting and to identify areas of concern and recommend remedial action
• Provide additional business analysis to the Group to ensure that each business unit/division has the required added value information to enable them to drive towards budget goals and strategy.
• Responsible for continual improvement in the reporting requirements of the Group using technology and automation where possible to ensure time is spent adding value rather than just producing reports.
• Work with the Group Controller to ensure that Financial Controls and financial processes/procedures are in place within the Group.
• Ensure that strong financial controls and reconciliations are performed regularly, diligently reviewed and approved within the role's responsibilities.
• To support senior management in contract negotiations, ensuring financial, commercial and legal risks to the organisation are reduced or limited.
• Write, present and manage business case applications in support of Group projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In depth knowledge of management accounting and business analysis
• Superior analytical skills
• Thorough knowledge of excel and business reporting system
• Strong business partnering and interpersonal skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• ACCA/ACA or equivalent
• Degree level qualification required within a relevant area
• Demonstrated success in financial modeling and analysis
• Experience with financial planning and analysis functions, including annual budget, capital budgeting, long-term strategic planning and resource allocation processes

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, ACCA, ACA, Management Accountant, Finance Controller, Accountant, Financial Analyst, Financial Planner, Finance Manager may also be considered for this role.