Finance Planning & Insights Lead (Hybrid)

In Cork; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail cooperative in Chester is looking for a Lead Finance Planning & Reporting Analyst. This hybrid position focuses on delivering accurate financial analysis and reporting by collaborating with business teams. You will need an accountancy qualification and experience in financial reporting. You'll support decision-making through insights and trends analysis. Additional benefits include an annual bonus, extensive holiday, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on performance

28 days holiday rising to 32 with service

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Access to subsidised onsite gym

30% discount on Co-op products

Virtual healthcare services

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working in an analysis, insight, or financial reporting team.
• Solid understanding of analytical methods and techniques.
• Ability to translate technical language to a non-technical audience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate group analysis and reporting.
• Take ownership of variance analysis and insights across business areas.
• Develop data models and dashboards for analysis and insights.

Skills

Analytical methods

Proactive approach

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Education

Accountancy qualification (e.g., ACA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP Group Reporting

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading retail cooperative in Chester is looking for a Lead Finance Planning & Reporting Analyst. This hybrid position focuses on delivering accurate financial analysis and reporting by collaborating with business teams. You will need an accountancy qualification and experience in financial reporting. You'll support decision-making through insights and trends analysis. Additional benefits include an annual bonus, extensive holiday, and career development opportunities.