Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

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Job summary

A leading company in the building industry is seeking a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead the financial reporting function. This permanent, hybrid role involves managing the consolidation of group budgets and providing insights to executive management. Candidates should possess a strong accounting qualification and experience in stakeholder management, particularly in a manufacturing context. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a healthcare plan and enhanced maternity/paternity leave.

Benefits

Healthcare Cash Plan

25 days holiday plus statutory holidays

Employee discounts on Eurocell products

Free Life Assurance (3x salary)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefits

Qualifications

• Key experience in preparing consolidated Group Budgets and forecasts.
• Proven record in stakeholder management up to C-Suite level.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate management accounts for the Eurocell Group.
• Support reporting and analysis for Board and Executive Committee.
• Assist with monthly forecasting and budgeting.

Skills

Analytical capabilities

Stakeholder management

Advanced Excel

Education

Recognised professional accounting qualification - CIMA, ACA, ACCA

Tools

ERP systems

IFS

IQ implementation

Job description

ROLE: Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

HOURS: 37.5 per Week - Permanent Role

SALARY: Exceptional Salary and Benefits, Dependent Upon Skills and Experience

BENEFITS: Healthcare Cash Plan, 3x Salary Life Assurance, High Street Discounts, Staff Discount

BASE: Hybrid Role - Primarily based at our Head Office & Distribution Centre, South Normanton, with 1 WFH day

Eurocell is a stock market listed, market-leading manufacturer, distributor, and recycler of uPVC products within the building industry. We value our people as our greatest asset and are a successful, dynamic, and ambitious company seeking great team players to grow with us. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance professional to join us as Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, responsible for leading the consolidation and reporting of management information to Executive Management.

Company Highlights:

• Full LSE listing since 2015
• Market capitalisation of approximately £162m
• 2024 sales of approximately £358m and EBITDA over £48m
• 10 manufacturing sites
• Strong sustainability credentials
• Nationwide trade branch network of approximately 200 branches
• Impressive growth with ambitious future plans
• Strong and experienced Plc board

Key Responsibilities:

• Consolidate management accounts for the Eurocell Group, providing insight and analysis
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to provide insights regarding budgets and forecasts
• Support the preparation of reporting and analysis for Board and Executive Committee
• Consolidate Eurocell Group budgets
• Prepare budget analysis and supporting information
• Assist with monthly forecasting, planning, and ad hoc internal reporting
• Implement processes and governance aligned with Group Accounting Policy compliance, with a continuous improvement focus
• Provide analytical reviews of P&L and balance sheets
• Review and sign off month-end intercompany balances

Candidate Requirements:

• Recognised professional accounting qualification - CIMA, ACA, ACCA
• Strong internal stakeholder management experience, up to C-Suite level
• Experience in preparing consolidated Group Budgets and forecasts
• Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capabilities
• Confidence to challenge and probe to drive insights
• Ability to prioritise and manage workloads effectively
• Previous experience within the manufacturing sector is advantageous
• Experience with ERP / IFS / IQ implementation is a plus

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package
• 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays (total typically 33 days)
• Free Healthcare plan
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefits
• Free Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Christmas shutdown
• Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates
• Company Pension Plan
• Employee discounts on Eurocell products and many online/high street retailers
• Training and development opportunities, including e-learning and on-the-job training
• Care First Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support)
• Colleague Referral Programme
• Opportunities for career growth and progression

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. Agency applications outside our PSL will not be considered unless for exceptional candidates or specialist expertise, via our Agency PSL Application. We do not accept unsolicited calls or emails from agencies.