Operations Finance Analyst

C&C Group Plc; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drinks company in Glasgow is seeking an Operations Finance Analyst to support financial analysis and reporting for logistics operations. The role involves collaboration with various departments to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, be adaptable, and possess proficiency in Excel and Power BI. Join a team committed to sustainability and diversity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Recently qualified or part qualified with a professional body.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to present findings.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of financial and management reporting at month end.
• Assist in the preparation of management reporting period packs.
• Prepare weekly cost forecasts for the Head of Finance.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Commercial Awareness

Stakeholder Influence

Education

CIMA

ACCA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

JDE

Hubble

Job description

The iconic Wellpark Brewery has stood in the heart of Glasgow for over 450 years and is the home of Tennent’s Direct. We are Scotland’s leading brewer-led distributor, supplying venues with all their drinks needs, from fine wine to draught beer and everything in between. Built on a culture of trust, we are committed to doing what’s best for our customers, our people and our world and we’re proud to say that our team know the Scottish hospitality industry better than anyone. With unique insights and experience, we help shape what the nation is drinking.

About the Role

The purpose of the Operations Finance Analyst role is to assist the Head of Finance and Finance Business Partner(s) with the preparation and presentation of value-add management information and financial analysis of logistics operations in GB and Ireland. Initial focus of the role will be to support the Finance Business Partner prepare financial analysis for operations on the Island of Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

Including but not limited to:

• Preparation of financial and management reporting at the month end, including manual journal processing.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations for required control accounts.
• Assist the Head of Finance and Finance Business Partner(s) in the preparation of management reporting period packs, quarterly forecasts and budget packs for the Island of Ireland and group logistics consolidation.
• Business partner with the Director of Logistics for Island of Ireland.
• Assist the Finance Business Partner(s) with insightful analysis of current operating expenses to drive improvements.
• Prepare weekly cost forecasts for the Head of Finance.
• Assist the Finance Business Partner(s) in the preparation of quarterly forecasts and budget models.
• Assist the Finance Business Partner(s) to develop improved depot-by-depot management reporting.
• Utilise the latest commercial forecasts to prepare volume forecasts for the operations teams and Directors of Logistics.
• Assist the Head of Finance with lease accounting outputs, ensuring accuracy of models.
• Work with operations finance team members to continue to build out reporting suite in Power BI.
• Work closely with colleagues in other departments when required (operations, manufacturing, commercial finance, financial control and internal audit).
• Assist in both the interim and year-end audit cycles where required.

About You

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to prepare present findings and discuss numerical and commercial information to relevant stakeholders.
• Adaptable and able to deliver information to non-finance stakeholders in a digestible, clear and concise way.
• Ability to influence key stakeholders and to build effective working relationships.
• Sound commercial awareness of the business and wider industry, including internal and external influences.
• Adaptable to changing business circumstances.
• Strong proficiency in Excel & PowerPoint.
• Experience with JDE, Hubble and Power BI systems preferred but not essential.
• Recently qualified or part qualified with a professional body such as CIMA, ACCA or equivalent.

About us

Operating through the Matthew Clark, Bibendum, Tennent’s and Bulmers Ireland brands, the C&C Group has a market leading range, scale and reach including an intimate understanding of the markets it serves.

Together we grow, brew, manufacture, market, and deliver some of the world’s favourite drinks. From grass to glass, and everything in between. C&C Group plc is a premium drinks company which owns, manufactures, markets, and distributes a unique portfolio of beer and cider brands in its home markets and across the globe.

C&C Group’s portfolio of owned/exclusive brands include: Bulmers, the leading Irish cider brand; Tennent’s, the leading Scottish beer brand; Magners the premium international cider brand; as well as a range of fast-growing, premium and craft ciders and beers, such as Heverlee, Menabrea, Five Lamps and Orchard Pig.

We seek to champion and embed sustainability in everything that we do at C&C. While delivering joy to customers, we always shine a light on people and the planet. We have a clear ESG vision delivering to a better world. We respect, support, and develop all our people to be their best, with a focus on results by creating a culture of winning together.

We also recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to delivering on our mission. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

C&C Group (and inclusive companies) do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to any of our roles. For help, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]. All applications need to come through the candidate portal https://careers.candcgroupplc.com/vacancies/

C&C Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.