Title:  FP&A Analyst

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FP&A Analyst

Hybrid working (based in Widnes)

Exciting opportunity for an analytically minded AAT qualified, CIMA/ACCA PQ, or QBE, to join a global leader.

We have an opportunity for an FP&A Analyst with a strong commercial and analytic emphasis. Reporting to the GM Reporting Supervisor, you will be responsible for maintaining, analysing and reporting production, sales and commercial data to provide the business with timely and accurate information and insights, with a remit to help grow the business.

Who We Are

We are a leading $12 billion global product distributor of chemicals, speciality consumables, pharmaceuticals, food ingredients and cosmetics serving more than 80,000 customers across 100 countries.

Based in our Widnes office, you will be working with the GM Reporting Centre of Excellence team, with responsibility for multiple countries across EMEA.

FP&A Management Accountant Key Tasks & Responsibilities

•    Pro-active checking and maintenance of primary sales and margin data
•    Dealing with inbound margin-related queries from the business
•    Posting margin adjustments and related journals
•    Maintaining balance sheet accounts and producing balance sheet reconciliations
•    Carrying out regular SOX compliance tests such as LOCOM and sales cut-off
•    Performing monthly product costing runs and costing individual products as required
•    Analysing and reporting on non-COGS selling costs, producing month-end summary and commentary on main cost drivers and identifying areas to improve accuracy and efficiency
•    Providing cover for other GM CofE team members in all of the above tasks
•    Other ad-hoc duties to include support for the GM Reporting Supervisor and Head of GM Reporting in other FP&A matters

What We Are Looking For

An AAT qualified or CIMA/ACCA studier, or someone QBE with relevant skills and knowledge. We will support your development & study in this exciting role within what is a progressive, fast paced company that prides itself on growing our people.

You will be a very strong communicator, with the interpersonal skills required to become an effective business partner. You will be numerate, with a sharp analytical mind with an ability to interpret data, commercial acumen, creativity, an ability to ‘tell the story’, and to focus the business on what matters.

Advanced Excel is required. Any experience with SAP would be an advantage.

You will be enthusiastic, with a proactive attitude and an ability to manage your own workload.

We are a great team of people, a great place to work with a friendly and supportive culture. Come and join us in a business with a global focus where your quality can make a real difference!

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet! 

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. 

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!  

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee.  Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.  

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification