Senior Operations FP&A Analyst

Richemont Iberia SL; West Malling; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts

Healthcare package

Generous benefits scheme

Job summary

Watchfinder is seeking a Senior Operations FP&A Analyst to partner with our operations teams and influence the efficiency of our global supply chain. You will embed within servicing and logistics across three international sites, turning operational data into actionable insights and driving cost control and performance measurement.

In this role, you will lead standard costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting, while supporting cost-saving initiatives and strategic projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in operational controlling, manufacturing finance, or plant/cost controlling.
• Strong grasp of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory/margin movements.
• Analytical mindset with ability to translate data into business narrative.
• Advanced Excel skills and BI tools knowledge (Tableau/Metabase).
• Experience with SAP FICO is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Financial process improvement and reporting.
• Track inventory levels/valuation and manage reconciliations.
• Improve reporting processes and automate recurring analysis.
• Support projects within operations contributing to financial performance improvement.
• Cover operations, servicing and logistics across sites.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and translate into recommendations.
• Perform standard costing and variance analysis (price, volume, mix, efficiency).
• Prepare operational reporting, accruals and KPIs vs budget.

Skills

Advanced Excel

BI tools (Tableau/Metabase)

Costing & variance analysis

Inventory valuation

Data storytelling

SAP FICO

Education

Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Metabase

SAP FICO

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Operations FP&A Analyst to partner with various operations team.

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of our operational success, where your financial acumen will directly influence and shape the efficiency of our global supply chain. As a pivotal finance partner, you'll embed yourself within our servicing and logistics departments across three international sites, transforming raw operational data into actionable insights. From mastering inventory integrity and standard costing to identifying critical cost-saving opportunities, your work will directly impact performance measurement, cost control, and drive significant improvements across the business. If you're ready to translate numbers into a compelling story for operational leaders and make a tangible difference, this dynamic role offers unparalleled exposure and impact.

How will you make an impact?

• Financial process improvement and reporting

• Track inventory levels / valuation and manages reconciliation

• Improve reporting processes and automate recurring analysis

• Support key projects within operations contributing to financial performance improvement

• Covers under Operations, our servicing and logistic department across 3 international sites.

• Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities and translate them into actionable recommendations.

• Perform standard costing and variance analysis (price, volume, mix, efficiency)

• Prepare operational reporting, accruals and reconciliations on key KPIs vs budget

How will you experience success with us

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in operational controlling, manufacturing finance, or plant/cost controlling.

• Strong grasp of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory / margin movements.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into business narrative.

• Advanced skills in Excel (complex modelling, pivot tables, macros/VBA a plus) and BI tools (Metabase, Tableau or similar)

• Experience with SAP FICO is a plus

Preferred / Similar Backgrounds

• Cost accounting or product costing roles.

• Supply chain finance or logistics controlling.

• Commercial/business analyst roles within an industrial or production environment.

How do we keep you smiling

• We are a great team at HQ, you will work alongside some of the most passionate people about Watches and technology

• We have a generous benefits scheme, including discounts and healthcare packages

• The chance to join aboard a business that is taking strides to introduce our product globally

• Sociable, friendly team!

Your journey with us

Our aim is to provide you a transparent interview process from the moment you apply for the role. It’s important for us that you get to know us to ensure the role aligns to your future career objectives.

We provide all candidates with open-door access to key people across the business so they can discuss opportunities, get a feel for our culture, and better understand how they can make an impact and be part of Watchfinder’s exciting trajectory.

Interview Process

1st Stage: A ‘Let’s Chat’ conversation Initially, when your application is selected, you will receive an introduction call to explain the main points in terms of this position, and to have a chance to showcase your motivation.

2nd Stage: Complete an Excel Task, followed by an interview with our Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

Final Stage: Meet with our CFO and HR Business Partner

Why work for Watchfinder?

Firstly, what makes Watchfinder a great place to work is the people! Whether that be within your immediate team or across other areas of the business, you get an amazing opportunity to build and develop long lasting relationships!

If personal growth and development is high on your priority list, then Watchfinder is the place for you. We’ve had numerous success stories throughout the business of our staff furthering and developing their careers, proving to be integral contributors to the company.

To be part of this exciting journey, apply now!