Senior Finance Director, Europe FP&A

CHEP helps move more goods to more people in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets crates and containers. We employ approximately 13000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model the worlds biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently safely and with less environmental impact.What does that mean for you Youll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere and small enough to get you there sooner. Youll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. Youll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through ourHybrid Work Model.Job DescriptionThe Senior Finance Director (SFD) Europe Financial Planning & Analysis will serve as a key member of the Europe Finance Team to drive strategic planning forecasting business modeling management reporting and investor relations. The leader will incorporate data and insights from a variety of sources to build a complete picture of the Europe business and anticipate long-term business challenges and opportunities. Success will require collaboration and strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders including the Europe CFO senior executives cross-functional teams and global functions. The role will also drive and shape the future of performance management within the region closely aligned with the global finance transformation working through the integration and streamlining of the reporting team in parallel.Key Responsibilities May Include:Develop and execute the long-term FP&A vision ensuring alignment with both regional and global business objectives driving financial strategies that support growth and profitability.Lead the annual budgeting quarterly forecasting and long-term planning processes ensuring accuracy relevance and alignment with business strategies.Deliver strategic financial insights by analyzing market trends risks and opportunities providing data-driven recommendations to senior leadership.Manage and mentor the FP&A team promoting high performance through regular coaching training and succession planning to ensure ongoing talent development.Oversee the production of financial reports business performance reviews and ad-hoc analysis to support executive decision-making and drive informed business actions.Implement standardized tools processes and best practices across FP&A activities to enhance operational efficiency and business insights.Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders including finance supply chain and HR to ensure alignment on financial targets performance metrics and key business initiatives.Ensure robust management of financial risk compliance and internal controls including oversight of post-investment reviews and corporate allocations.Lead FP&A across the organization to implement strategic business plans and operating initiatives:- Run the business activities: Annual budgeting and forecastingCascading performance targets and standard metricsConsolidated analyticsGap analysisRisk and opportunity insights Monthly/quarterly business performance reviewsCapital allocation decisions and ROCI performance plans- Transformation activities: Drive transformation finance agendaInfluence and shape transformation projectsChampion collaboration between finance and the transformation project execution teamsDeliver multi-year business transformation plan to achieve step-change improvements in profits and cash flows- Strategic & Group Finance activities:Long term planning and creation of 4Y Plan Financial support for automation and digital roadmapCustomer-centric solutions that keep the business competitive in the marketMonthly/quarterly reports that accurately reflect short term financial performance long term strategic direction and messaging for investors and the board- Leadership activities: Support high performing finance teamsCreate healthy succession pipelines for critical rolesRetain and develop top talentBuild a data-driven culturePromote knowledge sharing to drive value creation for the Brambles collective rather than single areas within the businessQualifications:Bachelors degree in Finance Business Administration or AccountingMasters degree in Finance Business Administration or Accounting is a plusProfessional certifications such as CIMA ACA or ACCA are desirableExperience:8 years senior leadership in a corporate Finance or Accounting functionSuccess in a multinational organizationExperience in Supply Chain Manufacturing Logistics or FMCGs a plusDevelopment and growth of teams (includes direct report managers and skip level team members)Skills and Knowledge:Build credibility and influence stakeholdersNavigate a complex matrixed global organizationBest-in-class forecasting capability Analytical mindset to elevate finance standardsManage ambiguity with confidence Excited about new technologies and the opportunity they bring for the business Avid learner who looks to the external market to bring insights and best practicesInspirational leadership with a mindset to mentor and develop teamsLanguages: EnglishAs an inclusive employer Brambles wants to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process interview process and whilst at work. We therefore encourage you to inform your Talent Acquisition Partner of any reasonable adjustments you might need to enable this to happen.Remote TypeHybrid RemoteSkills to succeed in the roleAdaptability Cross-Functional Work Data-Driven Decision Making Digital Literacy Emotional Intelligence Feedback Finance Strategy Financial Analysis Financial Forecasting Financial Modeling Financial Reporting and Analysis Inclusive Leadership Innovation Learn From Mistakes Mentorship Motivating Teams Prioritization Stakeholder Engagement Talent DevelopmentWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly with respect and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class. Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer please contact us at Required Experience:Director Key Skills Accounting Software,Forecasting,Ellucian,Financial Report Writing,GAAP,Accounting,Corporate Finance,Financial Analysis,Financial Modeling,Budgeting,Financial Management,Financial Planning Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1