About this role
Finance Management Analyst
Hammersmith (Hybrid)
We are seeking a highly motivated, Finance Analyst join our diverse shared finance centre playing a key role in our daily finance operations. You will be working alongside a talented, like-minded team for some of Europe’s largest frozen food brands including Birdseye, Aunt Bessie, Findus and Goodfella pizzas.
About the role:
Our Cluster Analysts are responsible for supporting Month End, reporting and analytics for our business units and central functions, including standard management reporting. The Cluster Analyst will be responsible for developing and implementing analytical standards for reporting KPIs and as a key financial liaison, partnering with the various departments across the business unit. Supporting both MU and SU across the Cluster.
Key Accountabilities
Complete the monthly close of management accounts, including the involvement in the preparation of monthly data reporting packages that includes analysis of KPIs, variance analysis and explanations, preparation and posting of necessary accruals and journalsResponsible for providing weekly calculation and variance analysis of key metrics of the manufacturing site including but not limited to production volumes, labour costs, recoveries, fixed costs and transfer prices and their impact on the financial statementResponsible for assimilating data from multiple systems and stakeholders to identify trends for KPIs, actuals, budgets and forecastsSupport the Cluster Accountant with analysis and variance analysis, which includes developing recommendations for leadership and finance business partners (FBP)Enhance data governance processes by improving the quality and integrity of data collected, analysis performed, and reports generatedInvolvement in running simulations of various “what-if” scenarios using insight and critical thinking to evaluate and recommend solutionsCollaborate with Cluster Accountant to classify, quantify, Month End actuals by providing reliable, accurate, comparable, and timely informationMaintain and produce standard quarterly performance analytics and reports for leadership with guidance from Cluster AccountantFacilitate standardisation and sharing of best practice across the Shared Finance teamContribute to continuous improvement of systems and processesSupport automation and enterprise consolidation of data used in monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reportsPrepare / Review SOX controls and ensure compliance. Support all audit requests
About you
Essential
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in, reporting and forecastingPrevious Finance experience within an FMCG businessExperience with ERP systems and reporting technologyExperience with business intelligence tools and developing data visualisationsSAPPositive attitude, pro-active, growth mindset, work to solve problems Desirable
Bachelor’s degreePart qualified (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or international equivalent). Expected to be at finalist stageVery strong analytical and ME abilitiesSolid database skills required
What we can offer you:
We’re on an exceptional adventure and can offer a truly purpose led career with flexibility. In addition, you will benefit from the below:
An ambitious employer with recognized brands and growth potentialThe potential to progress your career across different areas of Birds Eye and Nomad FoodsA culture where your part of a team, where you feel encouraged to make a difference