Financial Planning Analysis Lead

Emerson Group; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000

Job description

Job Description

This Financial Planning and Analysis Lead role is responsible for assisting the Emerson Gas business' Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function globally. In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, this role will assist in the preparation of commercial and operational analyses including price, cost, working capital, CAPEX, headcount, revenue, and new orders initiatives tracking, as well as preparing reporting packages used to communicate business performance to key management. This role is expected to interact with senior level management regarding actual and forecasted financial performance, as well as drive performance improvements through engagement with the Gas business functions such as Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Product Management and Commercial.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Support Finance Manager in calculation and monitoring of various outlook analytics (e.g., Revenue, Standard Margin, Other Cost of Sales, SG&A, Shippable Backlog, Book, and Bill)
• Act as a business partner to the management team and work cross-functionally with key collaborators across the business.
• Coordinate and review quarterly forecast submissions from business sites and ensure plans are in place to achieve quarterly and annual targets.
• Conduct Balance Sheet Reviews and ICQ Reviews.
• Prepare monthly financials for submission to Financial Controller for review. Upload to HFM.
• Support in completion of Annual Operating Plan.
• Participate actively in monthly and/or quarterly outlook calls with the business sites.
• Improve reporting processes to enhance team efficiency.
• Track and review product pricing and cost development to ensure profitability targets are achieved.
• Lead in audit, year-end, and internal control queries.
• Analyze net sales/purchase exposure to foreign currency and maintain FX hedge.
• Ensure accounting policies align with relevant accounting standards and that Emerson CP&Ps are followed.
• Build and maintain systems and procedures to ensure the efficient and effective management of the company's finances in line with corporate objectives.
• Submit monthly finance schedules including POR (Forecast), Destination Sales, Product Group and Kind of Business (KOB) reports to HFM liaising with Financial Controller.
• Prepare schedules for external auditors liaising with other departments as required.

Who You Are:

You stay aligned with your goals and remain productive. You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts. You are capable of being visionary and able to articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods. You integrate quantitative and qualitative information to draw accurate conclusions.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Qualified accountant of a recognized professional body with post-qualification experience.
• Sound and up-to-date knowledge of UKGAAP and USGAAP.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in finance, accounting, or related fields.
• ACCA/ACA/CIMA/ICAS qualified (Scottish Equivalent).
• Proven experience in owning the management accounts & experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Experience in Oracle, SmartView, and HFM desirable.
• Strong proficiency in using Excel and building analytical tools to aid decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience in working in a manufacturing business preferred but not essential.

Our Offer To You:

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, inspiring innovation and bringing the best solutions to our customers. We're emphasizing a culture of togetherness - one that builds community, prioritizes collaboration, and continuous improvement.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson.

Moreover, our global volunteer employee resource groups will empower you to connect with peers that share the same interests, promote diversity and inclusion, and positively contribute to communities around us.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional needs. From competitive benefits plans and comprehensive medical care to equitable opportunities for growth and development, we strive to create a workplace that is supportive and rewarding. Our work schedule aims at creating new levels of growth, building a stronger community, and providing greater professional development for our employees.

Make this great opportunity yours!