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12 month FTCApply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application.Why is this role IMPORTANT to us?Were operating in an increasingly complex customer/consumer environment Understanding our sales performance and challenging forecasting & commercial decision making will be key to our growth in the coming years.What will you be DOING?Key financial partner to the Sales (Commercial) functionAnalysing sales performance versus budget, forecast, prior yearCustomer promotion performance analysisSupport and challenge Joint Business Plans for key customer accounts alongside sales account managersPresent financial performance to Senior Managers/Directors and provide insights driving remedial action and informed decision makingLead the monthly & quarterly financial forecast for areas of responsibility and be the sales subject matter expert for the budget/financial forecast processes to provide accurate projections for volumes, sales and promotionsBusiness partnering provide high quality decision support to commercial teams through financial reporting and analysisDeliver improvement initiatives across sales reporting and forecasting processesWhat SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE do you need to have?Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent)Proven experience in commercial finance, FMCG experience desirableExcellent excel skills and experience with financial modelling is essential. Experience with Power BI is desirableExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex financial data in a clear and concise manner to non-financial stakeholdersAn eye for detail and keenness to scrutinise assumptions & dataStrong business acumen, understanding the commercial side of the business with the ability to link financial decisions to broader business objectivesWhat will HIGGIDY do for you?Delicious complementary Higgidy foodCompetitive holiday entitlement with the potential to buy/sell extra holiday daysA generous Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and Life AssuranceAn array of discounts and benefits through the Perkbox platformA charity volunteer day to support a charity or cause you're passionate about through a dedicated day away from workAccess to exciting company events, including our annual Higgidy Picnic!