Finance Manager- IT And Advance Analytics

Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 25th March
Recruitment Partner: Lizzy Parfitt
About the role
IT2A function consists of Information Technology (IT) and Advanced Analytics (also known as Data Office). The primary responsibility of this support function is drive value for Boots and International markets through providing Infrastructure and analytics (both internally and externally) capability. The function includes number of Domains led by senior leaders - VPs, Directors and Senior managers.
Reporting to the Head of Finance- International Technology and Advance Analytics (IT2A), Finance Manager role plays a key part in supporting the IT2A function across Walgreens Boots Alliance. This is a great opportunity for an individual to develop further and gain the relevant experience required for the next stage of their career.
Key responsibilities
Be the finance business partner of designated teams by:
- Partner with the service leaders (Directors and VP) to drive IT2A agenda with strong financial rigour and governance
- Hold leaders to account for their 'in year' and budget commitments by leading the Budgeting & forecasting process and monthly financial reviews
- Finance lead on investments by using commercial acumen, analysis and influencing the leaders to choose the right priorities
- Lead cost saving initiatives for the relevant services and drive value by challenging leaders and encourage outside the box thinking
- Represent finance in multiple leadership teams
- Sustain a high performing team by managing and developing a team of analysts
- Own and manage resource planning tool for relevant teams
- Manage and work closely with Genpact partners to ensure all aspects of month end commitment are met and R&O are communicated to Finance and IT Leaders appropriately
- Identify opportunities to drive efficiency in processes by further automation and elimination of non-value add tasks
- Work collaboratively with other finance and functional teams (Control, Tax, Treasury, Procurement etc.) as necessary
What you'll need to have
· Qualified CIMA, ACCA or equivalent with 5+ post qual experience
· The ability to inspire trust, financial discipline and reliability
· Evidence of leading a team and developing talent
· Previous experience of management reporting, budgeting and forecasting
· Be inclusive and advocate collaborative ways of working
· Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills and previous working knowledge of SAP
It would be great if you also have
· Comfortable using Planning Analytics (PA) as this is the primary tool for all financial planning and reporting.
Our benefits
Boots Retirement Savings Plan Discretionary annual bonus Generous employee discounts Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more.
Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.
Why Boots
At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, it's with you, we change for the better.
What's next
If your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion you will be notified by email.
We are always open to discussing possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you, including job share and reduced hours. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.
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