Financial Planning & Analysis Business Partner – Dublin / Hybrid
We are seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Business Partner to join our team at a renowned technology firm with a global presence, headquartered in South Dublin. This role involves close collaboration with the Commercial Analysis & Planning Manager and the Consumer FP&A Business Partner, working together with teams in Commercial Finance and Financial Operations.
You will report to the Commercial Analysis and Planning Manager, supporting financial performance reviews, managing reporting and analysis, and driving strategic initiatives.
A competitive base salary, pension, healthcare, bonus, and flexible hybrid working model are offered.
Your Role
* Prepare and deliver comprehensive monthly management reports, including performance packs, dashboards, and early flash reporting.
* Analyse financial performance, investigating variances, and providing insights and recommendations to Directors, Senior Management, and Finance Controllers.
* Produce and present detailed analysis and presentations for monthly reviews at both local and Group levels.
* Conduct ad hoc analysis and reporting to support Business Directors and Controllers, ensuring accurate and timely responses.
* Collaborate with Business Partners to produce and present monthly rolling forecasts to the CFO and Finance Controllers.
* Support the financial planning process across the company, ensuring robust plans based on well-defined assumptions.
* Develop strong relationships with Controllers, Business Partners, and other stakeholders to influence and drive organisational readiness for the future.
* Provide financial analysis and insights to key stakeholders, facilitating understanding of financial performance and plans.
* Work with Financial Reporting and Data Teams to enhance data quality and reporting processes.
* Ensure reported information meets business needs and aligns with the single version of truth concept.
* Drive continuous improvement in the accuracy and consistency of management reporting across Finance teams.
* Develop a deep understanding of the company's products, services, new initiatives, and strategy.
* Communicate commercial performance to Group and Directors, identifying areas for further analysis and improvement.
* Support the CEO, CFO, and Senior Leadership Team with financial performance reviews and strategic initiatives.
Your Skills
* Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with 3+ years of post-qualification experience.
* Preferable previous commercial experience.
* Experience in planning, forecasting, and budgeting.
* Financial modelling experience.
* Proficiency in Excel.
* Effective communicator across functions and with senior management.
* Growth mindset and openness to new challenges.