Your new company
I'm currently working with a global cosmetics brand who have strong and established relationships with the US, operating at about 65% of business with US and c.35% across Europe. Whilst a SME high growth business themselves, they are working with highly esteemed and well-known international larger businesses as they operate with both B to B and B to C. There is therefore a hybrid nature to the role, with the opportunity to work at a high level and also see your value-add in a hands-on and tangible SME environment.

Your new role
This is a newly created role, reporting into the CFO and with good exposure to senior leadership and stakeholders. You will work alongside an charismatic and visionary CFO, who has an ambitious hope for this hire, eager to develop this position into a strong no.2 in finance role as the company embarks in new projects. They have recently implemented SAP and have several exciting new product lines and new project launches on the horizon. You will be a key voice within the business and have ample opportunity to build rapport with the sales team and strong relationships with the operations and marketing teams.

Key responsibilities of the Finance Analysts will consist of the following but not limited to:

• Financial scenarios forecast modelling for marketing and promotions.
• Analyse current and past trends in key performance indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales, expenses and capital expenditures
• Oversee and manage the continued development of Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Plan and Modelling tools.
• Sales & Promotional Performance analysis

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified accountant ACA/CIMA/ACCA
• Experience in a Financial Planning and Analysis role
• Strong technical background and experience in Retail, preferably within the cosmetics industry
• SAP B1 ERP System and advanced BI & Microsoft Excel skills would be beneficial

What you'll get in return
A competitive base salary is on offer with the opportunity to work for a vibrant and dynamic team with good opportunity for progression.

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