FP&A Analyst - Nomad Foods : Job Details

We are currently recruiting for an FP&A Associate to join our diverse shared finance centre playing a key role in our daily finance operations. You will be working alongside a talented, like-minded team for some of Europe’s largest frozen food brands including Birdseye, Aunt Bessie, Findus and Goodfella pizzas.

About the role:Our FP&A Associates are responsible for supporting annual planning, forecasting, reporting and analytics for our business units and central functions, including standard management reporting. The FP&A Finance Analyst will be responsible for developing and implementing analytical standards for reporting and modelling KPIs and as a key financial liaison, partnering with the various departments across the business unit.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist with completing the close of month end, including the involvement in the preparation of monthly data reporting packages that includes analysis of key KPIs and actual versus plan variances and the production of a comprehensive explanations of differences as well as the impact of drivers on budget/forecast
• Involved in assimilating data from multiple systems and stakeholders to identify trends for key KPIs, actuals, budgets and forecasts
• Support the FP&A Manager and Senior Analyst with analysis and variances to prior periods, which includes developing recommendations for leadership and finance business partners (FBP)
• Following guidance from their line manager, enhance data governance processes by improving the quality and integrity of data collected, analysis performed, and reports generated
• Involvement in running simulations of various "what-if" scenarios using insight and critical thinking to evaluate and recommend solutions
• About you: The successful applicant must have experience in planning and forecasting. Excellent communication and written skills with the ability to engage people at all levels both internally and externally?is essential as well as the ability to constructively challenge assumptions and thinking. Previous FMCG experience is desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, manufacturing or related field is required
• Part qualified (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in production planning, forecasting, reporting for manufacturing related fields
• Experience with planning systems and reporting technology
• Experience with business intelligence tools and developing data visualisations

What we can offer you:

We’re on an exceptional adventure and can offer a truly purpose led career with flexibility. In addition, you will benefit from the below:

· An ambitious employer with recognized brands and growth potential

· The potential to progress your career across different areas of Birds Eye and Nomad Foods

· A culture where your part of a team, where you feel encouraged to make a difference

· A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure

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We look forward to receiving your application.

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