FP&A Analyst

We are currently recruiting for an FP&A Analyst to join our team in Lowestoft playing a key role in our daily finance operations. You will be working alongside a talented, like-minded team for some of Europe’s largest frozen food brands including Birdseye, Aunt Bessie, Findus and Goodfella pizzas.

About the role:

Our SU FP&A Analysts are responsible for preparation of weekly and monthly reporting and variance analysis of key metrics of the manufacturing site as well as supporting annual planning, forecasting. The SU FP&A Analyst will be responsible for developing and implementing analytical standards for reporting and modelling KPIs and as a key financial liaison, partnering with the various departments across the manufacturing site.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for providing weekly calculation and variance analysis of key metrics of the manufacturing site including but not limited to production volumes, labour costs, recoveries, fixed costs and transfer prices and their impact on the financial statements
• Maintain correct material and finished goods pricing (transfer price) in the system by regular updates and variance analysis
• Complete the monthly / quarterly close of management accounts, including the involvement in the preparation of monthly data reporting packages that includes analysis of KPIs and variance analysis and explanations, impact of drivers on budget/forecast, preparation and posting of necessary accruals and journals
• Responsible for assimilating data from multiple systems and stakeholders to calculate results and identify trends for key KPIs, actuals, budgets and forecasts
• Enhance data governance processes by improving the quality and integrity of data collected, analysis performed, and reports generated
• Run simulations of various “what-if” scenarios using insight and critical thinking to evaluate and recommend solutions
• Assist in developing forecasting models
• Support the HoF in producing routine and ad hoc financial models to support
• Facilitate standardisation and sharing of best practice across the Shared Finance team
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems and processes
• Support automation and enterprise consolidation of data used in monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports
• Ensure SOX control environment is maintained. Support all audit requests

About you:

• Qualified/Part Qualified accountant or QBE
• Manufacturing/Supply Chain experience (desirable)
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in reporting and forecasting
• Experience with planning systems and reporting technology
• Experience with business intelligence tools and developing data visualisations
• SAP (S4 Hana)
• Very strong analytical and forecasting abilities

What we can offer you:

We’re on an exceptional adventure and can offer a truly purpose led career with flexibility. In addition, you will benefit from the below:

· An ambitious employer with recognized brands and growth potential

· The potential to progress your career across different areas of Birds Eye and Nomad Foods

· A culture where your part of a team, where you feel encouraged to make a difference

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We look forward to receiving your application.

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