FP&A Financial Analyst – Completed Assignment**

**FP&A have successfully sourced a candidate for this position. If you are interested in similar positions in the future, please give me a call on 09495 57033 or email me at edelvahey@fpna.ie for an exploratory conversation.

Our client in Galway is actively seeking a newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), who wants to work in a commercially-focused Financial Analysis job. You will become the FP&A Analyst for a $300m t/o manufacturing & technology business within a $2bn company with 4000 employees globally.

Work for the Best in Galway:

Joining a multinational company with a brand new, state-of-the-art building in Galway that includes an on-site gym, canteen and lots of break-out areas, you will be given full autonomy, respect and support in your work. You will be offered complete flexibility on whether to work in Galway or from home, or a hybrid of both. You will be offered excellent employee rewards including 25-30 days annual leave, flexibility to “bank” or carry days over, an annual bonus, full health insurance, pension, annual career reviews and fantastic opportunities for promotion and progression. This company have 6 different business units globally, 5 of which are represented in Galway, offering you unrivalled career advancement opportunities.

Reporting to the FP&A Finance Manager and joining a global finance team of 12, your job will include:

1. Support the monthly and quarterly management reporting cycle, ensuring it is completed in a timely, accurate and efficient manner
2. Analysis of revenue on a weekly, monthly & quarterly basis to understand project drivers & variances vs. planned forecasts
3. Working closely with Delivery Team on monthly reporting of revenue, order intake & backlog data including preparation of Monthly Performance Review slides
4. Supporting FP&A Manager with review of cost base including variance analysis versus planned forecast
5. Assisting with analysis of headcount reporting on a monthly & quarterly basis
6. Preparation, analysis and posting of revenue journals
7. Supporting finance team with forecasting & budgeting cycles including roll forward of forecast templates & continuous process improvement
8. Developing proficiency in using ERP systems including Oracle, Oracle Analytics Platform (OAP) & Hyperion (HFM) & building reports that enable the business to understand it’s revenue & cost drivers.
9. Interest in BI Tools to develop & improve information flow & analysis of the business
10. Assist with the integration of new acquisitions as required

Is this job for you?

This Financial Analyst job in Galway is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, commercially astute, recently qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA with approx. 0-2 years PQE) who wishes to work in a highly visible and varied job with a world-leading organisation.

While previous experience in financial analysis is not necessary, some exposure to international /multi-cultural environments is highly beneficial. However a desire to work with impressive leaders across all disciplines, as well as proven skills in MS Excel is a must.

What you need to do now:

If you wish to work for one of Galway’s top employers, a company that offer agile working environment (flexi start/finish, work from home, etc), unrivalled career and personal development opportunities, and colleagues who are sound and grounded, please apply now to be considered for this fantastic job.

Or for more information, please contact Edel Vahey, Recruitment Director on 094 95 57033.