Warrington, Cheshire | Contract/Interim

£300 - £400 per annum + flexible working

Our client is a fast-moving retail business in the Warrington area. As the result of a recent period of change and transformation, an interim need has arisen within their FP&A team for a Strategic Planning Analyst. Working closely alongside the Head of Strategic Planning, the Strategic Planning Analyst will play a key role in supporting decision making through analysis of commercial finance issues. Typical duties could include: Group planning: strategizing innovative plans for group finance Supporting cost optimisation Maintaining and developing financial models Preparing the quarterly Board presentations and related analysis for Executive level members of staff Liaising consistently with other areas of the business outside of finance and accounts (for example, merchandising, supply chain, e-commerce, buying, marketing) in order to assist in developing strategic plans for the group As a Strategic Planning Analyst, you will meet the following skillset: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Experience of group planning within a retail environment (or similar sector) is essential Strategic planning experience within an FP&A function Excellent business partnering abilities An advanced working knowledge of Excel Big company, big data experience If you believe your experience meets the criteria, please apply with a copy of your CV. Note, this is a highly competitive position. We receive a high volume of applications and are unable to respond to each CV. Sellick Partnership is a market-leading professional services recruitment specialist operating across the UK. Over the years we have built up an enviable relationship with employers and our expert team of consultants boast up-to-date market knowledge and a strong reputation making Sellick Partnership best placed to help you. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice which can be found in the footer on our website.

Lancashire, England | Permanent

£40000 - £45000 per annum

Sellick partnership has been engaged to recruit a truly commercial Finance Business Partner for an instantly recognisable service business based in Lancashire. This is a great commercial and value adding role where you are able to immerse yourself within the company and gain great exposure at a key time in their strategic plan. The role The role reports directly to the Head of Commercial Finance but also works closely with the business divisional Directors in providing genuine commercial insight and analytical support. You will have great exposure to the business; working closely with the non-finance teams, aiding them in making sound conclusions following your analysis. Your main remit will be to provide in depth financial and commercial insight to key stakeholders within the business and to ensure that they maximise the performance and drive initiatives for profitable growth The role holder will act as an integral part of the senior management team who will seek opportunities to add commercial insight and value through improved awareness on sales channel profitability, vendor contribution, pricing, marketing ROI and new propositions. A full job specification is available. The person The successful applicant will ideally be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified coming from a similar role and being able to demonstrate commercial awareness to enable a focus on both revenue and margins to really drive commercial benefit and add value to the financials. The individual in this role needs to have strong analytical skills, business partnering and influencing skills in order to be a success in a complex area of the business with multiple stakeholders. You will have a creative and innovative approach to problem solving and analysis; delivery orientated - able to work in pressurised environments, meet multiple deadlines and manage own priorities. You will also be able to demonstrate business acumen and ability to gain knowledge across the breadth of a variety of functions. Good communication skills - able to translate financial information and create successful business relationships. You will also be able to take a 'big picture' view with demonstrable internal consultancy and influencing skills, while possessing a keen eye for the detail. We are looking for ambitious high-achievers that have proven themselves. The business offer a structured career ladder recognising and rewarding strong performance. They offer great development and learning opportunities to help round out an individual's skillset. If you consider yourself to be a committed, motivated individual, who can demonstrate the above skills then we would be pleased to hear from you. If you would like to apply for this role or would like to find out more, please apply online or contact Jonathan Moss at Sellick Partnership on 0161 834 1642.