Finance Analyst

Job Introduction

We are currently looking for a Finance Analyst to join our great team in Solihull at [Employer hidden]. We’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Role Responsibility

At [Employer hidden], our people have been shaping the world around us for more than 100 years, from the roads we drive on every day, to the buildings, airports, stadiums, offices and hospitals we live in and work in.

We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards. We’re looking for people who share this passion, enthusiasm and collaborative approach to join our team of over 7,000 employees across the UK. As part of a global business in CRH, the career opportunities are limitless.

Joining our team as a Finance Analyst for the Cement and Lime business, you will be entitled to a highly competitive basic salary and a great range of benefits.

Reporting to the National Finance Manager for Cement and Lime, you will play a key role within the Cement and Lime Finance team. The role is responsible for delivering and supporting the monthly and ad-hoc reporting of the Cement & Lime business unit results. You will provide management information and insight to the Cement and Lime BU. A significant proportion of the role is non-routine, meaning that you will need to be highly flexible, pro-active, efficient and responsive.

• Capex reporting, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of project allocations and spend
• IFRS 16 Leasing reporting for the Cement & Lime BU, whilst playing an active role for any changes within the BU leasing database
• Ensure the timely, accurate and effective reporting of Cement & Lime BU’s financial performance, delivering results through various company reporting channels
• Analysing and reporting the consolidated balance sheet and cash flow statement for the Cement & lime BU, providing commentary for key variances and trends
• Support in managing the business planning cycle (budgeting and forecasting) across the BU and delivering quality and timely submissions
• Support in championing the Sarbanes Oxley (SOx) control environment across the Cement & Lime BU
• Project Lead for ad hoc finance projects that impact across the BU
• Provide cover and deputise for National CLP Finance manager when required

The Ideal Candidate

Qualifications:

• Qualified in, or studying towards, a Professional Accounting qualification

Experience:

• Essential: Strong technical financial knowledge
• Preferred: Relevant experience in a similar role
• Preferred: Experience with SAP, BW, HFM and EXQL financial systems
• Preferred: Experience in a SOx controls environment

Skills:

• Good financial accounting and analysis background, with relevant technical skills
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint.
• Ability to work under pressure, with a high degree of autonomy.
• Ability to identify and drive process change and improvement
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and communication skill

Personal attributes and behaviours:

• Strong attention to detail, accurate and methodical
• Commitment and ability to support and drive through process change and improvement
• Ability to identify trends and suggest actions / solutions
• Self-motivated, pro-active and results orientated
• Flexibility in approach and openness to change
• Strong team player, with ability to operate professionally at a high level, both internally and externally
• Integrity and commitment to self-development
• Ability to manage time and priorities in an effective and efficient manner

Why Us

We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits. Some of the range of benefits on offer to employees include:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the [Employer hidden] Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice.
• Training and development opportunities

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