Requirements: English
Company: Applus+
Region: Cerdanyola del Valls , Catalonia
We are Applus+ , one of the world''s leading testing, inspection and certification companies, with a presence in more than 65 countries on 5 continents and a team of more than 25,000 people.
During the last years we have experienced a great development thanks to our human team that we consider to be a key and strategic piece in the development of our company. Would you like to be part of the project?
We are seeking a Corporate FP&A Senior Analyst reporting directly to the Deputy Finance Director. This role will lead the centralised efforts to engage with each of the business divisions and other stakeholders to deliver against the key responsibilities as set out below:
Data analysis and reporting
- Gather, analyse and interpret financial data from various sources
- Prepare and present financial reports, analysis, budgets and forecasts to management and stakeholders
- Identify trends, patterns and potential risks or opportunities
- Develop tools and key performance indicators that assist with the achievement of your key responsibilities
Financial modelling and forecasting
- Develop and maintain financial models to support planning, budgeting and forecasting
- Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis testing to assess potential impacts
Investment analysis and recommendation
- Evaluate investment opportunities and provide recommendations based on financial analysis
- Monitor investment performance and evaluate management action plans
Financial planning and budgeting
- Assist in the development and implementation of financial plans and budgets
- Track actual performance against budget and prior years performance and identify variances, their drivers and emerging trends
Business acumen and problem solving
- Understand the business environment and industry trends across the Group
- Identify and analyse business problems and validate solutions assist in the monitoring of agreed action plans
- Communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to various audiences at varying levels across the Group
Required skills:
- Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field
- 5-10 years of relevant professional experience
- Business proficient communication skills in English & Spanish
- Analytical and numerical skills strong ability to analyse data, identify trends and draw conclusions
- Problem-solving skills ability to identify and resolve complex financial issues
- IT competence proficiency in using financial software and data analysis tools
- Business competence understanding of the broader business environment and industry trends
- Persuasive communication skills excellent written and verbal communication skills to present findings and recommendations. Ability to effectively communicate financial information and recommendations to stakeholders and to engage with colleagues to elicit and encourage their participation and engagement
- Teamwork - Collaborate effectively with colleagues to deliver on objectives, lead and participate effectively in teams across the organisation
We offer:
- Permanent contract
- Hybrid work (1/2 days of remote work per week)
- Flexible compensation plan (medical insurance, transportation, childcare and restaurants)
- Employees parking
- Canteen with reduced prices