Senior Analyst, Operations Finance EMEA

Job Description - Senior Analyst, Operations Finance EMEA (EUR015J0)

Job Number:

EUR015J0

Work Locations

Hilton - Regional Headquarters - Europe Maple Court, Central Park, Reeds Crescent Watford WD24 4QQ

Position Statement:

As a Senior Analyst in our finance team, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence and strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for a diverse range of duties, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and reporting. Your expertise will be crucial in tracking and controlling expenses, monitoring expenditures against forecasts and budgets, and conducting ad hoc project analysis.

In this role, you will provide regular financial and business analysis to management, offering insights that support informed decision-making. You will partner closely with business leadership to establish and maintain key operating and business metrics, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Additionally, you will generate cost-saving and process improvement recommendations, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our operations. Your analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate complex financial information clearly will be essential in this role. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative individual who can thrive in a dynamic environment and drive continuous improvement.

What will I be doing?

As a Senior Analyst in our finance team, you will be an integral part of a team responsible for the annual corporate budget process and monthly forecast process. You will provide financial planning and analysis support for corporate support functions, including reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis. Your role will involve supporting the development of the company’s annual operating budget and headcount for various corporate support functions such as Finance, Operations, Legal, HR, Development, Asset Management, Communications, and Architecture & Construction, among others.

Be part of the team that has:

1. Budgeting and Forecasting:
   • Lead the annual corporate budget process and monthly forecast process.
   • Support the development of the company’s annual operating budget and headcount for corporate support functions.
   • Interact with senior corporate and divisional management to develop targets, assumptions, and strategic issues for the annual budget and planning process.
   • Produce reports required for the annual operating budget output and monthly forecast process for internal and external stakeholders.
2. Financial Planning and Analysis:
   • Provide financial planning and analysis support for corporate support functions.
   • Provide monthly and quarterly analysis and metrics to assess and report on financial performance versus operating plan, forecast, and prior periods.
3. Performance Management and Support:
   • Investigate questions and issues and support projects as needed.
   • Work with key stakeholders and departments to structure resources and activities to accomplish objectives.
   • Disseminate, organize, and communicate assignments and projects within the department.
   • Evaluate and streamline business processes to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
   • Track and maintain headcount data for corporate functions and perform productivity and other analyses as appropriate.
   • Partner effectively with senior management and divisional leaders to deliver financial targets and ensure controllership of the operating plan.
   • Provide support to management in investigating questions and issues, and aid in analysis and planning for internal business transactions.
   • Develop reporting capabilities to meet the needs of the business.

What are we looking for?

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong analytical skills and high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and reporting tools.