Position Overview
Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) for CRH's Technology function, partnering with technology leaders to drive financial performance, cost optimisation, and value realisation. Manage the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles for technology investments, ensuring robust financial controls and insightful analysis that enables informed decision‑making. Drive continuous process improvement and embed commercial thinking across technology operations. Provide coaching and mentorship to finance colleagues whilst operating effectively in a complex, matrixed organisational environment.
Key Tasks And Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes for the Technology function, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with corporate objectives.
Review and challenge business cases for technology investments, evaluating ROI and supporting strategic decision‑making.
Provide insightful variance analysis and performance reporting, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across the technology portfolio.
Financial Control & Governance
Ensure robust financial controls, compliance with internal policies, and adherence to IFRS and US GAAP standards.
Maintain high‑quality financial records and support audit requirements.
Support financial governance of strategic technology programmes, ensuring cost tracking and budget adherence.
Technology Business Partnering
Act as a trusted finance partner to Technology leadership and cost centre owners, providing commercial insights and financial guidance.
Build strong relationships across the matrixed organisation, influencing stakeholders at multiple levels to drive financial discipline and value‑focused outcomes.
Process Improvement & Cost Optimisation
Identify and implement process improvements in financial planning, reporting, and control mechanisms to drive efficiency and accuracy.
Lead initiatives to optimise technology costs, including vendor management, licence optimisation, and resource allocation.
Develop and enhance financial reporting tools and dashboards, leveraging automation and data analytics.
Coaching & Leadership
Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to finance colleagues, supporting their professional development.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, commercial awareness, and analytical excellence.
Lead by example, demonstrating strong technical expertise, business acumen, and collaborative leadership.
Key Characteristics
Commercially focused with strong business acumen.
Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Effective communicator and influencer across all organisational levels.
Collaborative and able to build trusted partnerships in a matrixed environment.
Process‑oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
Strong financial control mindset with attention to detail.
Proactive, self‑motivated, and results‑driven.
Essential Experience / Education
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
5‑7 years post‑qualification experience in finance roles.
Proven FP&A experience, preferably within a technology or corporate function.
Demonstrated technology partnering or IT finance experience.
Strong track record of process improvement and driving efficiency.
Experience operating effectively in a matrixed organisational structure.
Commercial outlook with ability to influence business decisions.
Desirable
Experience in a global, multi‑site organisation.
Knowledge of technology cost drivers (cloud, infrastructure, software licensing, ERP systems).
Exposure to large‑scale technology programmes or transformation initiatives.
Experience with financial systems and reporting tools (SAP, Power BI, advanced Excel).
What CRH Offers You
A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
Highly competitive salary package.
Comprehensive secondary benefits.
Significant contribution to your pension plan.
Health and wellness programmes, including an on‑site gym and fitness classes.
Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organisation.
Equal Employment Opportunity
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment with CRH and the country where you work.
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