Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

First Citizen Finance DAC is an independent finance company operating in the Auto, Agri, CRE and SME asset finance sectors in Ireland. The group employs c.90 staff through the Republic of Ireland and is headquartered in Dublin 1 with satellite offices in Cork and Kilkenny. The company continues to grow and expand into new market segments and has recently completed the fourth public securitisation of its Auto loan Portfolio.

The Job:

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller and Working in conjunction with the Finance Manager and the general finance team you will be responsible for:

• The preparation and consolidation of Budgets, forecasts, integrated financial modelling of various group companies and subsidiaries

• Preparation of monthly forecast and budget reports providing analysis and commentary across the various business segments

• Prepare and maintain monthly run rate cash flow forecasts for the necessary business units

• Support Various business teams when new business opportunities are identified and ensure financial impacts are built into planning and forecasting

• Design, develop and document complex business models, both for existing business and in evaluation of potential business opportunities

• Carry out relevant analysis of business models/ opportunities and have an ability to present findings clearly both in writing and orally

• Carry out relevant analysis of securitisations structures and assist in the review of the associated legal documents and implementation of new structures.

• Support in the preparation of consolidated statutory financial accounts and the implementation of accounting standards, notes and disclosures.

• Meet ad hoc demand of the Group Finance and operations director and the board.

Experience Required:

• Qualified Accountant with 5 + years in Financial Services Industry

• Proficiency in MS Office specifically advanced Excel, and also intermediate word and PowerPoint

• Strong analytical problem solving and modelling skills

• Up-to-date technical accounting knowledge.

• Highly organised and able to multi task and handle pressure

• Excellent presentation and report writing skills with ability to present to board level

• You will be required to work to tight deadlines in a pressurised often project driven environment where additional hours input will be required outside the norm.

• An understanding of corporate finance structures, securitisations, and an ability to read and interpret complex legal documents would be required.

• Experience in the leasing/hire Purchase market would be a distinct advantage.

• Strong leadership and team building skills with an ambition for progress in the business

Behavioural competencies:

• Honest & Integrity

• Customer Focused (Internal and external)

• Strong communication skills (written and Verbal)

• Ability to work on own initiative

• Ability to work effectively in a team

• Ability to motivate others

• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work and advance in an exciting growing company. A competitive remuneration package to include Pension, Life and sickness cover and support for professional studies is available.

First Citizen Group is an equal opportunities employer.