Full Time Permanent positionHybrid role based in our City Centre officesWhat we offerWe have embraced a hybrid working model for most of our positions, which means that you can enjoy a balanced approach of working from home for part of the week and working from the office for the remainder of the week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension and comprehensive Wellbeing initiatives and support to name but a few.Role OverviewReporting to the Lead Business Partner for Centre ILA, and working directly with the Lead Business Partners on the wider Finance Business Partnering Team, you'll drive business decision making using financial data, analysis and reporting. You'll work directly with the Senior Finance Colleagues and Business Leaders to drive interpretation of key business and Finance data (e.g. implementing financial models or business cases, providing critical financial insights with a focus on sales/revenue analysis, profit margins and cost reporting).Team BackgroundThis role sits within our Finance Business Partnering team and reports to a Lead Business Partner and Manager on the Team. This team has oversight/responsibility for the Finance business partnering of all areas within the Irish Life Insurance Division. This includes regular management reporting, and actively supporting the business in achieving their strategic goals via the provision of timely and insightful financial analysis.What you will help us to achieveSupporting the Lead Business Partners and Head of Finance Business Partnering in delivering the team’s overall Finance and business objectives.Preparing regular financial management reporting including costs and sales, ensuring the provision of timely and insightful results.Supporting the evaluation and preparation of business cases for strategic initiatives and wider business opportunities.Playing an important role in the annual financial planning and budgeting process from a business partnering perspective, reviewing and challenging the business as appropriate to add strategic value in setting appropriate business targets.Monitoring business area costs and challenges via regular reporting and tracking.Driving continuous improvement in all aspects of financial reporting, deliverables and development.What you will need to be successful in the roleThe ideal candidate will have/be:An excellent academic record - university degree in a numerate and relevant discipline, and holder of a professional accounting qualification or equivalent.The ability to work in a fast-moving environment, and the interpersonal skills required to interact with all stakeholders.5+ years of Finance experience, ideally in a business partnering, FP&A or reporting role.A motivated self-starter who is keen to build, drive and improve financial reporting and processes.Excellent presentation, communication and MS Office skills, and the ability to demonstrate a strong track record in using key management information systems.A strong commercial mindset and awareness with proven technical knowledge.A proven track record demonstrating the ability to make sound decisions having analysed situations where issues have emerged.Highly motivated with an ability to work on your own initiative and demonstrate flexibility.Strong communication and influencing skills with proven ability to break down complex issues, articulate them clearly to senior stakeholders and work collaboratively to create a focused action plan.About usIrish Life is one of Ireland’s largest financial institutions with a presence across a range of financial services markets. We are proud of our culture of developing and supporting the growth and professional development of our people. The focus has resulted in a team of top talent with high standards, positioning us at the forefront of our industry.Irish Life is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential, to ensure they can bring their whole selves to work and to feel valued. We celebrate diversity of thought and perspective and want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and supported.If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact lifecareers@irishlife.ie and we will be delighted to ensure you are fully supported to be your best.
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