Finance Analyst

Blackburn, Lancashire
£50,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

15 days ago
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As Finance Analyst you will be responsible for diving into the key operational metrics of the business and partnering closely with cross-functional teams to drive value added results. This role will suit a candidate who is looking to leverage their financial acumen to influence operational and commercial results.

Work with the FP&A Manager to ensure business unit objectives are aligned to the business' strategic objectives.
Work closely with Operations to provide decision support via ﬁnancial modelling, business case analysis and ﬁnancial / management reporting
Work with Operations Manager/Accounting during month end close activities to ensure expenses are appropriately captured and provide ﬁnancial and analytical support to FP&A Manager
Root cause analysis using data to uncover inefficiencies and recommend cost improvement ideas
Lead the ﬁnancial planning and forecasting processes for the plant operations unit and annual capital planning for operating unit
Provide in-depth analysis to FP&A Manager -Analysis on variances to plan and forecast, with a focus toward gap closure

An exciting, fast growing Manufacturing businessWork with a really strong mentor

CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent
Proven ability to influence Operations to drive business success
Strong financial background including experience with planning, forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis
Experience in a manufacturing environment would be highly desirable
SAP experience would be desirable
Strong Excel skills

My client is a growing Manufacturing business based in Blackburn. Established over 50 years ago they have gone through a change of ownership in the last couple of years and are now owned by a much large overseas parent company who are committed to continue investing in the business.A competitive salary, a genuine opportunity to progress and hybrid working (2 or 3 days a week in the office).

Michael Page