Senior Operational FP&A Lead

THE COMPANY

Brand Energy & Infrastructure Services provide scaffolding & access, insulation and painting to the global industrial and energy markets.

JOB PURPOSE

* Senior Operational FP&A Lead for the Netherlands Offshore division. Based out of the UK office in Grimsby, Lincolnshire.

* Reporting into the Finance Director and working closely with the Senior FP&A (both based in the Grimsby office).

* The role blends FP&A and operational finance with management accounts and balance sheet control.

* Four direct reports based in the Netherlands (NL).

* 4 days in Grimsby office, 1 day working from home.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Lead the development and maintenance of weekly financial models to forecast future monthly financial performance.

* Production of short term and longer term rolling forecasts working closely with project management in the NL.

* Support the administrative team in maintaining accurate financial records.

* Driving working capital management through accurate and timely invoicing and collection of debt.

* Production of monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations in association with the NL GL team. Associated month, quarter end and annual reporting.

* Manage the annual budgeting process, aligning closely with operations.

* Reporting on variances to budget and forecast, providing insights and identifying opportunities.

* Collaborate with project heads and senior management to understand their financial needs and provide relevant insights.

* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.

* Be the key contact for the annual audit.

* Participate in cross-functional projects, offering financial expertise.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY REQUIREMENTS

* Professional finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).

* Sound experience in financial planning and analysis.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail

* Proficiency in forecasting.

* Experience in managing people.

* IT literate including ERP Systems, Excel & Power BI.

* Proactive and confident to drive improvements

* Some travel to and within the NL will be expected in the role