Finance Analyst
- Employer
- Michael Page Finance
- Location
- England, Somerset
- Salary
- Negotiable
- Closing date
- Mar 8, 2019
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- Job Role
- Finance Data Analyst
- Sector
- FMCG & CPG
- Contract Type
- Temporary
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
As Interim Finance Analyst, you will be required to provide direct support to the Head of FP&A by providing analysis and insight in order to aid evidence-based decision-making, variance analysis, identification of opportunities for lowering our cost base and improvements to budgeting/forecasting. This role will support the process of translating analysis into insights and solutions.
Client Details
Our client is a nationally recognisable, FMCG brand with a strong following in Somerset.
Description
- The Interim Finance Analyst is expected to work collaboratively with a wide variety of stakeholders to ensure accurate understanding & analysis of central overhead costs, and to support efforts towards developing consistent financial treatment across all YV operational sites.
- To support the Head of FP&A and FP&A Managers in understanding cost drivers and in accurately identifying causation and solutions (such as opportunities to lower the central overheads or standard costs of production)
- To support the Head of FP&A in co-ordinating the process of producing the Monthly Performance Report, Annual Budget and Quarterly Reforecasts.
- To lead the production of the weekly KPI report (Balanced Scorecard), ensuring that the right metrics are identified and reported to the Senior Management Team.
- To fully support the process of identifying solutions along with implementing decisions for improvement.
Profile
Essential
- Qualified Accountant.
- Excellent communication skills at all levels.
- Experience of working within a fast paced team environment in an accounts office.
- IT literate with demonstrable Microsoft Office skills.
- Able to work flexible hours.
Desirable
- Previous experience in the FMCG sector.
- Experience with Dynamics AX would be an advantage.
Job Offer
For this Interim Finance Analyst position you can expect a daily rate dependant on relevant experience. Our client is prepared to pay above market rate for an exceptional candidate.
Company
Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years.
We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms.
Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 155 offices in 36 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package. We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career.
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