Senior Finance Manager - Projects

EG Group; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job description

Role: Senior Finance Manager - Projects

Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA - Office Based

Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent

Salary: £57,425 - 67,925 + Bonus

Company: EG Group

About the Role:

EG Group have an exciting new vacancy for a projects Senior Finance Manager to join our growing finance function at EG Group. Reporting to the projects Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role within the finance function, particularly focusing on managing improvement projects as well as continuously improving financial processes.

Working alongside peers, you will manage financial projects end-to-end from working with stakeholders and planning projects all the way through to successful project delivery and measuring benefits realisation. As a project leader, you will ensure all work outputs are executed to meet requirements, taking into consideration interdependencies between your work and other projects/programmes of work. Projects are likely to cover all aspects of financial activities including people-related, system implementations and process improvements.

If you're a finance professional passionate about leading projects and driving process improvements, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

What you'll be doing:

• Lead the implementation of medium to high scale projects, managing multi-disciplinary teams and working to various timescales, to ensure delivery standards and the achievement of the company's objectives.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders, partners and contractors, to ensure all parties are informed and appraised of project progress, and objectives remain aligned.
• Translate project objectives into plans, costs and schedules, managing finances across the project lifecycle through accurate forecasting, to meet agreed time, quality and cost standards.
• Analyse and compile a range of complex data and documentation, using knowledge and work carried out by others to review options and provide recommendations in the project decision-making process.
• Utilise knowledge and experience of industry best practice to develop processes and review policies on a project basis, ensuring changes are in line with the Company's strategic objectives.
• Successfully invest expertise to enable the wider function to unblock obstacles preventing progress and development.

This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified Accountant - 5+ years PQE ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of IFRS.
• Proven experience of project management across a range of financial projects.
• All round knowledge of finance departments and ways of working in large finance teams.
• Excellent communicating and influencing skills, with the ability to negotiate, collaborate and influence.
• Proven financial management skills and commercial acumen, with a high degree of organisational skill.

Why Join EG Group:

• Performance Based Bonus Scheme.
• Flexible working hours (8am - 10am start, 8-hour working day).
• Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications.
• Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
• ASDA Discount Card - 10% off all ASDA stores.
• Free Secure Car Parking.
• Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices.
• Dress Down Fridays.
• Prayer and Ablution Facilities.
• Work Anniversary Rewards.
• Free Eye Test.

Who are EG Group?

EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 9 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.