Job Description

Job Purpose

Leadership of timely reporting and insightful analysis, creating processes and policies to improve operational effectiveness and financial performance.

Responsibilities

Forecasting & Budgets

• Reporting and preparation of weekly, monthly, 12 month rolling forecasts
• Daily Sales and Depot forecasting, includes knowledge sharing and understanding across organisation
• Annual Budgeting preparation and review as well as regular forecast updates
• Prepare, co-ordinate and review weekly forecasting for submission to Senior Management team and Group

Commercial Reporting

• Support development of and produce meaningful business reporting for sales, purchasing and P&L
• Variance analysis and reporting - building commercial awareness across the business
• Value add commercial analysis including reporting packs for depots
• Responsible for regular commercial review of the company & depot results, with a strategic view to help drive improvements in both process and performance

Pricing

• Management and review of contracts ensuring optimal purchasing decisions and adherence to terms
• Commercial and financial support to the business advising on purchasing options daily

Cash Flow

• Responsible for Cash Flow Reporting and Management
• Consolidation of company forecasts from all areas of the business
• Financial modelling and improvement of reporting and analysis

Month End

• Review P&L performance, identify any accounting entry corrections
• Variance analysis and commentary
• Balance Sheet reconciliations to the designated timetable

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Essential Qualified accountant either CIMA, ACCA or ACA Financial & Commercial acumen Commercial / Business analysis and partnering experience Confident handling a high volume of data Excellent IT and Excel skills and the ability to learn - Microsoft packages essential Analytical expertise in understanding complex issues and problem solving High level of Attention to Detail High degree of personal motivation and a determination to succeed Excellent communication skills; written and verbal Ability to work under pressure Flexibility and Adaptability to changing priorities Strong team player Ability to handle a high volume of work and to manage your time accordingly Desirable Experience of Cognos TM Working in a sales, manufacturing or distribution environment In return you will be offered a Highly Competitive Salary/Benefits Package plus excellent career prospects.