HD Finance Manager

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Job Description

Overview

An exciting opportunity to join the home delivery team within the digital and e-fulfilment sector. This is a varied but demanding role that helps supports the growth agenda for this business sector, in the pursuit of new business, launching new projects and ultimately BAU. As the Finance Manager you will report directly to the Senior Finance and Commercial Lead. And have responsibility for the 2-Person home delivery contract, Nuneaton Shared user, Roper Rhodes, Cormar and Restoration Hardware.

Occasional travel amongst sites will be required.

How will you contribute?

• Publish Weekly Management Information for the site to incorporate P&L Accounts down to contract level as well as stats and productivity measures to assess the efficiency of the site and each contract against budgetary targets.
• Create detailed forecasts and the annual site operating budget.
• Prepare customer budgets and forecasts.
• Manage the processes and Customer Period End's in order that all deadlines are achieved.
• Build commercial awareness of the contracts to be able to develop financial analysis that supports customer strategy and growth plans.
• Work closely with Customer Finance Contacts in supporting their understanding of expenditure and in decision making processes.
• Tracking and Co-ordinating any site Continuous Improvement and Cost Saving Initiatives
• Influence the operations and establish role as a critical part of the management team to improve overall performance, risk management and commercial achievement.
• Improve decision making and demonstrate value through insight and interpretation and challenge.
• Advise and educate operational management on all financial and commercial requirements.
• Drive performance through budgets and forecasts to demonstrate control, understanding and value add.
• Motivate team by providing direction, two-way feedback / communication and effectively monitoring performance to ensure high levels of performance are achieved.
• Communicate information and ideas clearly, accurately, effectively and persuasively both orally and in writing.
• Ensure confidentiality protecting the client and the business.
• Create business approval papers to support organic growth, new business opportunities and renewals as required, for review by Senior Business Partner
• Lead contract negotiations for small size opportunities within contract guidelines and approval paper targets.
• Draft and present contract checklists for, Commercial Manager, HoFC review.
• Lead finance & commercial workstreams for small/ medium projects, for the onboarding new business wins.
• Support pricing for new business and renewals.
• P&L ownership and driving performance, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
• Review weekly financial reporting and challenge operations accordingly.
• Lead and manage delivery of the annual budgets and customer forecasts.
• Develop strong relationships with customers - both operationally and within the commercial function.
• Work alongside non-financial managers to develop strong commercial awareness and an understanding of the budget and key cost drivers.
• Develop models and reporting to drive performance through an enhanced understanding of the internal and external commercial and financial drivers.

What will you bring?

• Customer facing experience and ability to build relationships at all levels is essential.
• Be proactive, inquisitive with a passion for challenging teams to drive performance.
• Be able to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards.
• Passionate for project work and winning new business.
• Must be flexible and respond positively and accurately to internal and external customer requests.
• Have excellent PC skills and be able to understand and harness IT and systems to benefit the operation.
• Has a 'can do' attitude, demonstrating drive, energy and a commitment to CI.
• Be able to demonstrate a track record of success.
• Significant experience in the implementation and application of commercial and financial process and controls
• Proven leadership and management skills

What do we offer?

We really value our people and offer a friendly, safety first working environment and a competitive salary along with other benefits including; company pension scheme, private healthcare, 25 days hols + bank hols with the option to buy more, share incentive plan, cycle to work scheme ,employee benefits online discount platform, onsite parking + much more

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Our Culture & Benefits

In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Be a part of our values; We're Thoughtful, We're Aiming High and We're Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes and we welcome your application.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce