Financial Planning and Reporting Manager

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom WSET Full time

WSETs purpose is to empower people through inspiring learning experiences all over the world. We offer a comprehensive suite of globally recognised qualifications covering wines spirits and sake.

We are the worlds leading provider of qualifications in wines spirits beer and sake delivering over 140000 exams each year to candidates in over 70 countries via our network of Approved Programme Providers (APPs).

WSET is a global organisation and we areproud to have people who work for us allover the world. We have people in Australia Canada China Hong Kong Singapore and the USA as well as the UK.

The successful applicant will contribute to a culture of integrity empowerment dynamism and inclusivity within WSET.

Any offer of employment or your ongoing employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a thorough background check by an independent third party. NB If you currently work for one of WSETs APPs (Approved Programme Provider) you may not be eligible to apply for this role subject to your future career plans and the nature of that role. If you work for an APP either in a selfemployed or employed capacity and would like to discuss your eligibility please contact the hiring manager.

The Financial Planning and Reporting Manager will beresponsible for overseeing the organisations financial planning processes delivering accurate and insightful management reporting and supporting strategic decisionmaking. This role works closely with the entire Finance team (currently eight in UK three in America and two in Hong Kong) in establishing best practice finance operations and reporting across the global business.

Principle duties and responsibilities

  • Lead annual budgeting and forecasting collaborating with budget holders and providing a consolidated view for CEO and Trustees.
  • Develop longterm financial models for strategic planning and scenario analysis.
  • Analyse financial trends and KPIs offering insights to senior management.
  • Oversee monthend reporting for WSET entities ensuring accuracy and alignment with requirements.
  • Enhance reporting tools for better data visualisation and accessibility.
  • Drive improvements in financial planning forecasting and reporting.
  • Collaborate with IT and Projects teams to align Finance system needs with integrations.
  • Assist the Head of Finance in preparation of the consolidated annual accounts according to the Charity SORP as well as ensuring that appropriate accounting adjustments are made.
  • Assist with VAT matters and drive system development to support VAT compliance as the business expands globally.
  • Be a proactive business partner to crossfunctional teams by being a trusted adviser providing support and analysis that is placed into context for decisionmakers.
  • Line management of the Management Accountant including oversight of preparation and submission of quarterly VAT Returns Fixed Asset Management Balance Sheet reconciliations and Property. Responsibility for objective setting and regular appraisal.
  • Manage all the financial aspects in relation to WSET property including leaseholders (tenants) and rates.
  • Provide support to the whole Finance team in the areas of technical financial accounting.
  • Contribute to the overall successful operation of WSET by undertaking such other tasks as may from time to time be requested.

Skills and Experience Required

  • Professional accounting qualification (e.g. CIMA ACA ACCA) or equivalent. Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards (e.g. IFRS).
  • Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and experience of working with financial systems (e.g. NetSuite).
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with a track record of managing and developing teams.

Key Competencies:

  • Strategic thinking and problemsolving skills.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong collaborative mindset with the ability to work across diverse teams.

    Desirable requirements:
    • Experience of working within an international business environment and exposure to multicurrency financials.
    • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM software

UK Benefits

Annual Leave 27 days pa public holidays increases with service; ability to buy/sell 5 days

Pension (Generous options availableafter three months)

Health insurance (after three months):

Vitality scheme post probation Access to virtual GP appointments Rewards include Caffe Nero drinks Cinema Tickets Apple Watch Cash Back on Waitrose shopping 75% off at Champneys 6 month subscription with HeadSpace Discounted Weight Watchers membership and gyms Smoking Cessation day worth 300 and half price health screens

Eye voucher scheme

Food and drink in the office

Nespresso coffee makers and a range of other drinks fruit cereals soups

Season ticket & gym membership loan scheme

Group income protection scheme

EAP

24/7 confidential help and support from trained counsellors and advisors

Death in service

4x annual salary paid to nominees with associated bereavement support for family

Enhanced family friendly leave and pay

Celebration vouchers

Cycle2Work scheme

Discretionary bonus

Development WSETs inhouse training and qualifications in Wines Spirits Sake and Beer as well as other professional development opportunities

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties skills efforts requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job or to request that other or different tasks be performed as assigned at any time.

Key Skills
Internal Audit,Financial Services,Financial Performance,Variance Analysis,Journal Entries,Account Management,ACH,Customer Accounts,General Ledger Accounts,Payroll,Customer Relationships,Financial Statements,Annual Reports
Employment Type : Full Time
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