Position: Head of FP&A UK & IE

Job Description:

Job Description

As the

Head of FP&A

you will lead a team of five financial analysts, both office based and remote, covering various aspects of FP&A and management accounting.

Business partnering, communication and collaboration with main board and other business stakeholders.

Responsibility for accounting processes within a SOX controlled environment, ensuring business and departmental priorities are met.

Closely working with the wider finance teams and finance leaders involved in UK & IE entity accounts, fostering a culture of "One Arrow" and collaboration.

Responsibilities:

Team Management: Provide support, mentorship and training to a team of professional accountants and analysts in training Manage team workload and deadlines effectively Foster a culture of continuous improvement Ensure high service levels and maintain strong relationships across the business

Reporting and Analysis (UK & IE): Month end variance analysis compared to prior year, forecast and budget Manage the annual budgeting process Manage quarterly and monthly results forecasting Prepare and review reporting packs to OI level on a monthly and quarterly basis, including the quarterly business review Deliver ad-hoc reporting and support the business Business partner to the Divisional Directors, Operational and Executive Board of Directors

Sales Incentives (UK & IE): Manage sales commission plans and tools, ensuring accurate and consistent calculations Support and guidance on queries Maintain good service levels to managers and individuals Lead Executive Board commission approval meetings Advising on proposed scheme changes and improvements

Accounting (UK): Management of all aspects of accounting relating to billings and gross profit Prepare month end revenue & margin flash and actual reporting preparation, including variance analysis Review of margins, and support analysts on margin related tasks Manage customers and vendors rebates calculations, reserves and reporting Sales out report and balance sheet reconciliation reviews and approvals, including SOX level approvals Maintain good ageing levels on all balance sheet items FX management (USD & EURO) Inventory analysis and liaise with business on ageing to ensure minimal obsolescence Manage revenue recognition management and provide guidance to the business SOX control ownership for revenue recognition Providing ad-hoc reporting and support to the business Working closely with the IE Senior Finance Manager, ensuring collaboration and consistency in processes

Projects: Contribute to MS AX developments and fixes, including testing, advising on developments and supporting team members Develop processes to improve efficiency and accuracy, leveraging the latest tools Ad hoc projects as and when required

Person specification Qualified Accountant with minimum 7 years' experience in FP&A CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified Proven experience of leading a team Excellent communication skills Prior experience of Microsoft Dynamics AX and MS Power Tools are advantageous Experience of MS Power BI & Power Query is desirable Advanced Excel skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to work well under pressure and to strict deadlines

What we offer Competitive and attractive employee compensation package Reliable & trusting work environment Cooperative team with flat structures and communication Professional and personal development

Do you see yourself as our future colleague? If yes - send us your application

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Location: UK-Harrogate, United Kingdom (Central House Otley)

Time Type: Full time

Job Category: Accounting/Finance