Financial Planning & Analysis Lead

AtkinsRéalis is looking for Financial Planning & Analysis Lead

• A position for FP&A Lead has arisen to assist the Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Manager and Finance Director, in delivering high quality and effective financial reporting, forecasting / budgeting, and project support function for MEA.
• The role will be focused on ensuring delivery of clear, accurate and insightful budgets and reports as well as provide support to the divisions in terms of project reviews and other value add activities.

Responsibilities

• The preparation of robust and complete quarterly forecasts and annual budget to the standards and timescales set by Group Finance functions
• The preparation of month end accounts and completion of deliverables in an accurate manner and to a strict timetable
• Support the Head of FP&A and Finance Director with ad-hoc initiatives and analyses
• Financial support to and advice to the Project Directors and Managers, ensuring they understand the financial performance of their projects
• Assist in driving business operational improvement projects and in setting up a strong control environment
• Promote good financial practices throughout the business
• Ensure compliance to business Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and use of best accounting practices
• Develop strong working relationships with team members and other key stakeholders
• Delivery of finance training to project managers and project directors as required
• Manage junior team members, ensuring their career development and coaching
• Seek opportunities to learn new skills and aspire to develop within the team.

Technical Competencies

Essential

• Fully Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CPA or other recognized Accounting qualification
• Minimum of 5 years experience within a business support Finance role
• Highly organized and with the ability to priorities tasks and delegate effectively
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (knowledge of Data Modelling, PowerPivot and PowerBi tools is an advantage). Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office tools
• Attention to detail with a high standard of (numerical) presentation skills
• Produce insightful analysis and clearly communicate findings
• Good understanding of a project lifecycle and the different measures of financial performance
• Proven ability to develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels
• Strong financial reporting skills with an understanding of IFRS
• Highly analytical, able to manipulate and interpret complex data from multiple sources
• Excellent communication in English (both written and oral).
• Experience of interacting with multiple businesses and finance functions
• Experience of working within a multi-cultural environment
• Proven ability to develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.

Desirable

• Prior experience working within an Engineering Consultancy business
• Has prepared project related financial reports and reconciliations relating to, project expenses, billing, debt, provisions, and utilization
• Exposure to preparing statutory returns and financial statements
• Working knowledge of JD Edwards, Hyperion Finance Management (HFM), Smart View and other IT systems and databases.

Behavioral Competencies

Essential

• Initiative – able to work independently with minimum supervision, make suggestions on best practice and improving current processes and procedures
• Problem Solving – can think of creative solutions to problems
• Analytical – able to analyze large volumes of date and clearly communicate findings
• Strong interpersonal skills – able to develop productive internal working relationships with colleagues at all levels
• Teamwork – willingly with others towards the same goals and objectives
• Communication skills – clear, concise and relevant in both the verbal and written form
• Work under Pressure – able to work under pressure when required to meet deadlines
• Time Management – able to priorities, plan ahead and achieve objectives within strict deadlines
• Influencing – confident liaising with and influencing at all levels within the organization
• Cultural Awareness – able to work within a diverse team and to engage all colleagues
• Capable of intelligent debate – challenge colleagues in a constructive manner, communicate complexity clearly, avoid being abrasive or judgmental.

Rewards And Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary
• Accommodation allowance
• 22 days annual leave, plus paid public holidays.
• Medical and life insurance cover.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin.
• Employee Wellbeing Programmed – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants