Regional Finance Analyst
- Recruiter
- Michael Page
- Location
- Bristol
- Salary
- £35000 - £45000 per annum + car
- Posted
- 04 Jan 2018
- Closes
- 25 Jan 2018
- Ref
- 13873046/001
- Contact
- Jack Watters
- Job role
- Financial analyst
- Sector
- Digital
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time
I'm working with a highly regarded FMCG organisation to recruit a Regional Finance Analyst to work closely with their Regional Ops Manager in running their South West sites.
Client Details
The client is a well-known FMCG brand with a major presence in Bristol
Description
- Provision, analysis and interpretation of weekly and monthly reports to enable Distribution Centre performance to be monitored and enhanced
- Production of monthly management accounts and variance analysis
- Provide weekly flash and monthly forecasts of depot costs and volumes
- Reporting and monitoring of KPIs & volume on a weekly basis
- Close liaison with the Distribution Centre management teams to help identify trends, new opportunities, underperformance and such other issues as may enhance the performance and profitability of the business
- First point of contact for Distribution Centre management teams for Finance related matters
- Assist in the production of robust Budgets and Forecasts
- Ensure compliance with Group policies and procedures to deliver tight financial control
- Involvement in ad hoc projects and queries as required by the Regional Finance Manager, and other senior Regional management
- To identify and resolve errors and discrepancies.
- To plan, organize and manage own workload to ensure your contribution to the department's monthly and financial reporting process is achieved in a timely and accurate manner.
- To create, develop and maintain accounting spreadsheets used in the Finance function.
- To champion a culture of process improvement and assist with the execution of change programmes
- To maintain departmental MI/SAP systems.
Profile
- Ability to work autonomously is key to the success of this role.
- Conceptual Thinking - the ability to see the "big picture"; to recognise cause-and-effect; to spot trends and patterns
- Analytical Thinking - applying logical, methodical approaches to problem solving; having an attention to detail
- Managing Results - being results-focussed; recognising the need to sometimes make compromises; having the ability to manage change
- Impact & Influence - the ability to communicate clearly in either written or verbal form; persuading others of your point of view. Communication with non finance personnel & people at all levels of the business
- Flexibility - being able to cope with changing demands, amending priorities appropriately
- Self Confidence - the ability to recover from setbacks; having the confidence to admit to mistakes
- Team-working - the ability to work constructively and effectively in cross-functional teams
- Demonstrates a sense of personal ownership for outputs and has a 'can do' attitude
- Has the ability to prioritise and effectively manage time
- Has enthusiasm and tenacity to strive for continuous improvement particularly through times of change
- Engages and motivates others to meet their objectives
Knowledge, Skills, Experience
- Ideally qualified (e.g. CIMA/ACCA) who is looking to take the next step in their career
- Advanced level MS Excel skills
- Excellent communication skills and have the ability to liaise with both finance and non-finance individuals
- Ability to work alongside various senior stakeholders
- Experience in a fast paced and commercial working environment
- Accomplished interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of SAP would be advantageous
- Experience of a Distribution-based industry is desirable
Job Offer
This role is offering a highly competitive package
Please get in touch with / 0117 927 6509 to hear more.
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