Senior Finance Professional

2 weeks ago


Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom EG Group Full time

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Senior Commercial Finance Manager to join our finance department. In this exciting role, you will provide commercial insights to the Management team, partner with the business to optimize financial performance, drive commercial initiatives, and report on them.

The successful candidate will be able to monitor and forecast KPIs, analyse key information, and use their initiative to report variances. They will possess analytical skills, be able to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels, and be proactive in ensuring complex information is relayed effectively.

This role is based at our state-of-the-art Waterside Head Office, where you will have access to valuable amenities. If you are ready for a new challenge and want to make a noticeable difference, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare weekly trading reports/dashboards & weekly CEO updates
  • Prepare monthly presentations on trading performance
  • Identify key trends and drivers of results
  • Work alongside the management accounts team to understand monthly performance by site, brand, and location
  • Review P&L cost items on a regular basis to develop understanding of cost base and present key trends
  • Partner with key stakeholders
  • Actively look to improve reporting impact & efficiency in preparation by maximising SAP analytics tool usage and reducing reliance on spreadsheets/manual data manipulation
  • Work closely with the Country Manager to optimise performance, cost control, and improve profitability
  • Provide support and information to improve decision-making
  • Quarterly forecasts
  • Lead and manage annual budget preparation & presentation
  • Other analysis or tasks as requested by the Country Manager, Head of Finance, or EG Group teams
  • Management responsibility of 4 direct reports, including development of roles and responsibilities
Requirements
  • Qualified Accountant
  • Efficient – working to tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent knowledge of Excel &/or SAP
  • Possess commercial and analytical acumen
  • Ability to establish appropriate frameworks and processes
  • Ability to multi-task, adapt, and respond to changing priorities
  • Self-motivated with ability to develop, encourage, and lead a strong high-performance team
  • Confident presenting to and challenging senior stakeholders where necessary
  • Multi-site experience either in hospitality or retail (desirable)
Benefits & Rewards
  • Performance-Based Bonus Scheme
  • Employee Life Assurance
  • EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
  • ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
  • EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
  • Smart Health – 24/7 online GP access, health checks, and health and wellbeing support
  • Employee Assistance Programme – access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
  • Learning & Development – access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
  • Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
  • Free Secure Car Parking
  • Dress Down Fridays
  • Flexi-Time
  • Prayer and Ablution Facilities
  • Cycle to Work / Shower Facilities
  • Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
  • Work Anniversary Rewards
  • Free Eye Test
About Us

EG Group is one of the world's leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the UK & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia, and the US.

Founded in 2001 by the Issa family with the acquisition of a single site in the UK, today we are at the forefront of delivering an innovative approach to forecourt convenience retail.

We pride ourselves on being recognised for our investment model, trading performance, and providing a best-in-class customer experience in Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice, and Fuel.

Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.

Every day, our committed workforce delivers our products and services to millions of customers while supporting local communities.

Please note: The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check funded by EG Group.



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