Senior Reporting and Planning AnalystLocation: CorkContract: PermanentJoin Musgrave – A Legacy of Innovation, Community, and ExcellenceMusgrave is one of Europe's most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 18 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland's most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our Finance Group Financial Planning & Reporting team as a Senior Reporting and Planning Analyst.This role will be responsible for providing insights and co-ordinating the group's strategy plan, planning and reviewing divisional and group's budgets.What you'll be doing:ReportingPrepare weekly Exec and Board report on performance across the divisionPrepare periodic Exec and Board update on financial performance and key performance indicators across the groupPrepare Exec and Board updates on current performance for the CFOCoordinate inputs from various teams both within Finance and cross functionallyAnnual Budget & 3YPPlan the group's budget process and communicate to divisional Finance Directors.Review divisional budgets and understand the key assumptionsCompare divisional budgets to strategy plans to ensure consistency and an understanding of key variancesConsolidate the group's budgetContinuously improve templates and planning process to capture and present divisional financial plansWork with the One Finance team to challenge and improve the Planning tool to ensure it is leveraged to bring efficiencies and improvements to the planning processPrepare the budget report including commentary and analysis for circulation to the Main BoardBusiness PartneringBusiness Partner to the Director of Insights & InnovationResponsible for managing the monthly, quarterly and year end cost reporting for the Insights & Innovation function budget, delivering analysis, insight and decision support to the business.Proactively review and challenge financial plans, identifying prioritization areas for spend in Insights & Innovation.Group Strategy PlanCo-ordinate the group's annual Strategy Plan process and liaise with senior divisional finance leadersProvide Insights which will be an input into Group Strategy PlanProactively review and challenge, where appropriate, divisional strategy plans and understand the key drivers and assumptions behind these plansContinuously improve Group Strategy Presentations and processConduct sensitivity analysis on the group's strategy planPrepare papers for circulation to the Musgrave Main Board (including financials, analytical review, commentary and analysis)Decision Support & Business ModellingProvide analysis to the CFO and CEO as required on performance of divisions and inputs to key presentations on Group performanceBe a repository of business and financial information to support the CFO and the Board's decision-making processPrepare presentations for CFO and CEO for various business updates including Family Council, Management Conference, Board and ExecmeetingsProvide financial analysis and insight for various ad hoc projects across the Group which are being run by Head of Group Financial Planning & Reporting/ CFOAd hoc financial projects.What we'er looking for:Qualified Accountant with a minimum of 5 years PQEVery strong analytical, presentation and communication skillsVery strong Excel and Powerpoint skills essentialMinimum 2-3 years' experience in a financial / commercial roleFinancial analysis and interpretation experienceCommercial experience in Musgrave or external business environmentExcellent attention to detail and likes to work cross functionallyAbility to work under pressure and to tight deadlinesA self-motivated approach to work - can do attitudeGood organisational and time management skills.Why Musgrave:Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impactInnovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutionsCommunity Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in creating a future where business success and positive change go hand in handMusgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.