Supply Chain Finance Business Partner

Our people are the heart of our business. As our greatest asset, they make Musgrave a great place to work and in return we aim to be the very best place to work, grow and thrive. We are inviting applications for a commercial finance business partner to join the finance team supporting the One Supply Chain agenda with a focus on the Wholesale side of the business. Hybrid working will apply. The role will be heavily involved in the budgeting, planning & forecasting of the business, also providing commercial insight and analysis on strategic projects. The components of the role are both structured & varied, delivering to the changing business needs. Role Purpose:

• Provide support to the Head of Supply Chain Finance, Supply Chain Directors, Warehouse & Transport Managers as well as the wider supply chain team in all areas of financial analysis and reporting
• Have full responsibility for the divisional financial reporting (weekly/periodic/quarterly), quarter-end hard close & forecast/budgeting whilst also feeding into the consolidated SC reporting
• Provide accurate, timely and relevant information on financial and business performance
• Provide a business partnering approach with a curious and proactive mindset which delivers insight and challenges the supply chain team
• Ensure robust financial control environment to safeguard company assets

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Produce periodic financial information including financial KPI’s, payroll reporting and financial variance reporting with a high level of insight, ensuring that all reports are published in accordance with agreed timeframes and to a high standard
• Ensure compliance with all operational processes and procedures within supply chain
• Advise divisional management team, FC & FD of trends or potential financial risks arising within Supply Chain
• Building relationships with the relevant members of the Supply Chain team to investigate cost variances and collaborate on strategic business initiatives
  • Deliver supporting analysis for forecasts and budgets for assigned areas throughout the year ensuring high levels of data accuracy
  • Works with the wider Finance team to ensure alignment on the Finance objectives, budgets & targets
  • Builds and maintains cross functional relationships with other Support functions providing support on new and improved ways to drive improvement & profit for the business.
  • Deliver on group financial reporting requirements, i.e. forecast, budget, 3 year strategy plan, and other ad hoc reporting requirements arising from projects

The ideal candidate will have/be:

The successful candidate will have all or most of the following:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant, CIMA or relevant Corporate Finance qualification
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a financial / commercial role
• Financial analysis and interpretation experience, supported by strong excel skills
• Commercial experience in Musgrave or external business environment
• Curious mindset willing to challenge logic and articulate concisely
• Proactive approach to stakeholder management
• Strong attention to detail and likes to work cross functionally
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• A self-motivated approach to work - can do attitude
• Good organisational and time management skills

Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know. The location for this role is flexible across Ireland. Musgrave operate aWork Smarthybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the office and working remotely.Occasional business travel to other locations will also be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr