Job Description:
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The role of Financial Planning Analyst is a key position within the organization, responsible for driving continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives. As a Financial Planning Analyst, you will partner with stakeholders to provide operational support and drive decision-making through robust financial analysis.
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Key Responsibilities:
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* Work closely with senior leadership to provide operations support on a day-to-day basis.
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* Drive decision-making through financial analysis on capital investment, cost-saving, and innovation initiatives.
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* Analyze and report on plant manufacturing performance and efficiency.
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* Develop and implement a detailed line and product efficiency model.
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* Manage gross margin analysis by SKU and develop a robust new product launch costings tool.
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* Reconcile GM between P&L and Commercial.
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* Provide weekly and monthly GM reports and suggest improvements.
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* Evaluate CAPEX proposals and make recommendations.
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Requirements:
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* 3+ years of relevant experience in Financial Planning and Accounting or Manufacturing Cost Accountant position within a manufacturing environment or related field.
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* Experience of assessing and implementing new systems and software to drive improvements and changes.
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* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
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* Strong financial analysis skills, including experience with variance analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling.
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* Manufacturing factory experience.
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* Fluent written and spoken English.
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* Very strong Excel skills, v-look up, Pivot Tables, Advanced Charting, Simulations, and Databases etc.
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* Good numerical skills & attention to detail.
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* Exceptional time management, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
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* Collaborative and metrics-driven, with a commitment to process accuracy and results.
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* Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik Sense, SQL, OLAP).
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* Third-level degree qualification in Accounting & Finance or Food Science.
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* Experience working in an FMCG or food environment would be an advantage.
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Working Conditions:
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The role will involve a split of time between desk work and floor work. Up to 40% of time will be spent on the factory floor, capturing data, liaising with production team and process technologist to correctly identify and report on cost centers.
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Contact Information:
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This job posting has been created to assist candidates in finding their ideal opportunity. If you are interested in this role, please submit your application and we will contact you to discuss further.