We are Applus+, one of the world's leading testing, inspection and certification companies, with a presence in more than 65 countries on 5 continents and a team of more than 25,000 people.Todos los posibles candidatos deben leer con atención los siguientes detalles de este trabajo antes de presentar una candidatura. Would you like to be part of the project?We are seeking a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to join our Corporate Finance team. This role will lead the centralised efforts to engage with each of the business divisions and other stakeholders to deliver against the key responsibilities as set out below.Data analysis and reportingGather, analyse and interpret financial data from various sourcesPrepare and present financial reports, analysis, budgets and forecasts to management and stakeholdersStandardise the approach to data analysis across the Group to provide for comparative assessment of performance between locations, geographies and divisions, where relevantDevelop reporting tools, including key performance indicators that assist with the achievement of key business objectivesOptimise the use of business systems (both financial and operational) to automate these tools and analyses to capture and present business critical operational and financial information on a consistent basis throughout the organisation and in real time where possibleDevelop and maintain financial models to support planning, budgeting and forecastingConduct scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis testing to assess potential impacts and mitigationsInvestment analysis and recommendationEvaluate investment opportunities and provide recommendations based on financial analysisMonitor investment performance and evaluate management action plansSpecifically for M&A; activity, provide analysis and recommendations to drive post-acquisition performance versus the approved business caseFinancial planning, budgeting and performanceAssist in the development and implementation of financial plans and budgetsTrack presente performance against budget and prior years performance and identify variances, their drivers and emerging trendsAssess the robustness of the response of the business to the management of emerging trends with a view to the optimisation of financial resultsBusiness acumen, business engagement and problem solvingUnderstand the business environment and industry trends across the Group and apply this understanding to the task at handBenchmark the Group and its divisions against available competitor analytics and apply the results to identify opportunities to improve business performanceIdentify and analyse management task (performance optimisation actions) and validate plans – assist in the monitoring of agreed action plansCommunicate financial information and analysis clearly and concisely to various audiences at varying levels across the GroupBecome the business champion for all matters related to FP&A; – lead all efforts across the Group related to the responsibilities as set out and collaborate in a manner that encourages active participation from stakeholders across the Group.Analytical and numerical skills – strong ability to analyse data, identify trends and draw conclusions - apply data to assist management to drive business performanceProblem-solving skills – ability to identify and resolve complex financial issues and provide a framework in which to evaluate business optionsIT competence – proficiency in using financial software, data analysis tools and broader business systems to capture and present business critical informationBusiness competence – understanding of the Group, the broader business environment and industry trends and the ability to apply this knowledge to the task at handxohynlm Through behaviour and performance become the point of first contact/go-to individual for all matters within your responsibility setThought leadership and continuous improvement – drive a culture of continuous improvement in FP&A; through resilient and persistent engagement with the business around needs and capabilities.