FP&A Manager – Chadwicks GroupLocation: Naas Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22About UsChadwicks Group and MacNaughton Blair are market leaders in the builder’s merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The core business comprises the Builders Merchants division which main brands include Chadwicks, MacBlair, Cork Builders Providers, Davies and Telfords. In addition, through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products. These include Heiton Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech and HSS in the Republic of Ireland and Woodfloor Warehouse and Doorways in Northern Ireland. Chadwicks Group and MacNaughton Blair are part of the Grafton Group PLC.The Opportunity / Who We SeekReporting to the Group Finance Director, the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager will lead the budgeting and forecasting process for both Chadwicks Group and MacNaughton Blair.The FP&A Manager will strengthen Chadwicks Group’s financial planning, forecasting, analysis and reporting capabilities. The role will provide high‑quality insights for senior leadership and ensure a robust, efficient planning cycle. The role combines analytical excellence, strong business partnering, and enhanced reporting through modern budgeting systems.ResponsibilitiesLead the annual budgeting processes, quarterly forecasting and monthly outlook cycles, working closely with Division heads to develop detailed budgets that align with strategic goalsManage the rolling forecast process to ensure accurate and timely updates based on current business conditionsIdentify financial risks and opportunities and recommend actions to mitigate risksDevelop robust financial models to support scenario analysis and strategic planningPrepare and deliver monthly performance reporting packs with clear insightsProgress dynamic budgeting software/systemsStandardise forecasting and reporting processes across the businessesAssist and co-ordinate preparation of the Group’s 5-year plan and collaborate with stakeholders across the business to provide updates to the Board on progress against planManage improvements in reporting and insights to help improve financial & operational performance to deliver on both short term targets and longer term strategic plansSupport post‑acquisition reviewsAnalyse current processes and identify areas for improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracyImplement best practices and standard operating procedures to streamline operationsLeverage technology and automation tools to optimize workflowsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate processes with other financial and operational systemsRequirements & Key CompetenciesFully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)Qualified accountant with 10+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis with high levels of exposure to senior stakeholdersAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (modeling, macros) and financial software/BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, ERP systems, dynamic budgeting software)Experience delivering budgeting and forecasting at scaleTrack record of driving process improvement and systems adoptionAbility to translate financial data into actionable business insightFamiliarity with accounting concepts and IFRS accounting standardsDetail Orientation: Ability to build bottom‑up forecasts/budgets at granular levelStrategic Thinking: Supports medium‑to long‑term planning with scenario and sensitivity analysisOperational Excellence. Improves processes, reporting accuracy and forecasting disciplineDigital Fluency: Leads adoption of new budgeting systems and BI toolBenefits & RewardsCompetitive Basic SalaryBonusCar AllowancePrivate Health CarePension SchemeProfit Share SchemeColleague Saving SchemeColleague DiscountEducational AssistanceWellness initiativesOther Standard Benefits
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