Cost Manager

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At Compare the Market our purpose is to make great financial decision making a breeze for everyone, and that purpose drives us every day.

It's why we're on a mission to create an automated quoting engine, with the simplest of experiences, wrapped in a brand everyone loves!

We change lives by making it simple to switch and save money. So, when it comes to getting a better deal, it's never been more obvious why you would choose Compare the Market.

We'd love you to be part of our journey.

We are recruiting for Finance Cost Manager. Your role will involve focusing on the d elivery of accurate and timely financial reporting, challenging of business unit costs and supporting the business in delivering its strategy by building strong relationships and influencing key stakeholders across all levels.

Everyone is welcome. Be you.

We have a culture of creativity. We approach our work passionately, improve constantly and celebrate our wins at every turn. We are an inclusive workplace, and our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic, whole selves to work.

This means we're excited to hear from people with a range of skills, experiences, and ideas. We don't expect you to tick all the boxes but would love you to hear what makes you great for this role.

Some of the great things you will be involved in:

• Production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts

• Provide insightful commentary around business performance

• Co-ordinate planning and forecasting activities, ensure Business Unit costs and Headcount are captured, challenged and sufficient information gathered for accurate reforecasting, incorporating the impact of recent developments

• Business partner to ensure cost base is thoroughly understood and challenged to drive efficiencies

• Trends and KPIs are monitored to support Exec understanding of the cost base

• Continuously seek to improve out processes and find efficiencies

• Ambassador for financial governance across all business activity

• Lead, coach, develop, attract and retain high-performing talent, ensuring appropriate succession planning, who can motivate and drive delivery of objectives.

• Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and provide ongoing professional development

What we'd love to see from you:

• Working towards a recognised qualification

• Experience of cost centre management working closely with non-finance stakeholders

• Articulate and logical thinker

• Management Accounts experience, managing tight reporting deadlines

• Strong Excel skills

• Good communication skills

• Understanding of general accounting principles

There's something for everyone.
We're a place of opportunity. You'll have the tools and autonomy to drive your own career, supported by a team of amazingly talented people.

And then there's our benefits. For us, it's not just about a competitive salary and hybrid working, we care about what matters to you. From a generous holiday allowance and private healthcare to an electric car scheme and paid CSR days, we've pretty much got you covered!

'We are committed to offering equal chances to you throughout the application process, so if you require any special adjustments to be made, please let us know. We will work with you to make any appropriate arrangements.'

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