Financial Planning Analyst

Description:

The role will provide a high level of professional accounting with a strong focus on reporting support to the Senior Finance Business Partner which will ensure all objectives in the LSTM group finance strategy are met or exceeded. The role will focus on LSTMs Group reporting and development, as well as LSTM’s subsidiary companies. Emphasis on; providing meaningful management information and data insights, therefore supporting the organisation’s strategic plan for growth. The key responsibilities are: Reporting; Take the lead on creating and generating reports and interpreting financial and non-financial metrics and KPIs. Identifying trends and emerging risks, whilst taking ownership of the production of month end management reporting for all LSTM group companies; develop reports and work with systems support team to deliver ongoing maintenance for all LSTM group companies and KPI development and reporting. Support on ad-hoc projects to improve reporting for all areas of finance UK & Overseas Subsidiaries; Lead and manage the delivery of monthly management accounting for UK and Foreign Subsidiary's including monthly and quarterly forecasting and supporting commentary; provide quality financial and accounting business support to LSTM's UK & Overseas Subsidiary's; whilst working closely with the Finance Business partners to develop all reporting across the subsidiaries, adapting to change business needs and ensure training is provided for all users Systems; Work collaboratively, though working / steering group participation on the management and development of all financial software including reporting, budgeting, forecasting; manage and develop the preparation of the monthly reports to all budget holders; support on projects and be a key contributor to development of current systems Risk Management; Maintain & develop best practice procedures for financial reporting and control processes; continuous review of existing processes across FBP team and identify improvements and efficiencies; develop best practice relevant to the HE sectors; and ensure record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies Compliance; Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements; ensure accuracy and compliance of partner organisations; and develop best practice relevant to the HE sectors. The successful postholder will be a resourceful problem solver, comfortable working in a fast-moving environment providing accurate and timely information to a high standard, with an ability to communicate financial information to non-financial managers. They must promote a positive and professional work environment with drive and enthusiasm. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Part Qualified member of CIMA or ACCA or QBE Evidence of continued professional development, ideally educated to degree level or equivalent in a finance related subject. Knowledge of business intelligence reporting, reporting development, and a demonstrated management of stakeholders. Strong MS Office skills – Excel advanced, PowerPoint, Word Experience of report development and continuous improvement with a sound understanding of financial management processes and systems. A demonstratable ability to initiate and drive change and improvement.