Take ownership of the month end process, on behalf of the wider finance team, ensuring delivery of high quality reporting and analysis at month end on time
Lead the development of financial planning and analysis within the business, developing the reporting and insight from use of new systems
Work with the FD to drive improvements in the quality of analysis and development of insightful key metrics which drive actions to improve business performance.
Support Business Partners to identify cost reductions and challenging existing processes where appropriate
Take ownership of quarterly reporting, challenging the numbers and assumptions but also managing the process, ensuring that all reporting is delivered on time
Build strong working relationships with and provide leadership to all financial teams and key operational teams, particularly Sales & Operations.
Support the 3 year strategic planning, annual planning and quarterly forecasting process, challenging the assumptions made by the business as well as ensuring data integrity
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Qualified accountant with strong Planning and analysis skills and systems ability, gained within a fast paced SME business