FP&A Analyst

Overview Description

Position at Colegios Laude SL

International Schools Partnership Ltd

Position : Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst (FP&A) - Iberia

Location : Madrid or Malaga

Purpose of Role

The organisation is looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst Iberia reporting into the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Iberia and dotted line to Schools Head of Finance as applicable.

The individual will be responsible for the preparation, coordination, and review management and business performance reporting for 3-4 schools in Iberia to ensure clear understanding of actual performance to expected targets.

The individual must be based in Madrid or Malaga and he / she has to be available to often travel between schools in the early period.

Key Responsibilities Management Reporting Analysis and Interpretation : Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly and annual financial information per the reporting timetable including but not limited to KPI reporting.

Monthly budget variance reports and work with the School Principal on corrective actions to ensure the budget is met.

Monthly review of actual expenditure for capital projects versus approved budget spend; highlight deviations and implement controls to avoid overspend.

Establish processes to ensure accurate data collection and review of monthly KPI data for the schools’ enrolments and the schools’ headcount.

Produce a robust monthly management reporting pack with insightful analysis and interpretation of variances against budget expectations.

Conduct investigation and business analysis to ensure full understanding of key underlying drivers of performance.

Provide support to identify and evaluate actions to mitigate deviations from targets.

Manage and coordinate the annual budget and bi-annual P&L forecasting process for schools in Spain ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the underlying assumptions.

Work with school leaders and Principals in different schools to build accurate budgets and ensure that data used to track and monitor performance (e.g., student pipeline data, staff FTE) is robust, accurate and able to be produced on a timely basis.

Lead the results review meetings with the school finance and school management teams to provide an overall understanding of matters impacting school or regional performance against budgets, forecasts, and year-over-year performance.

Financial and Reporting Systems Assist in the adoption of the ISP core accounting platform NetSuite and its management reporting tool PBCS to facilitate efficient and consistent production of timely management information.

Work closely with the regional and school teams to evaluate how the Financial Systems can be developed to facilitate an efficient reporting process across the region.

PBCS Implementation Administration & Support. Organise and coordinate training as required.

Business Partnering and Commercial Support Develop a business partnering approach providing ideas, support and analysis to the school finance and school management teams to support the ongoing development and growth of the schools.

Work closely with school leaders and Principals to manage budgets during the year and provide analysis on request.

Provide analysis and support to evaluate strategic, tactical and operational initiatives to drive sound business decisions.

Support the schools in putting together annual pricing exercises, collating data and preparing submissions for discussion and review with senior management.

Assist in the completion of Capex budgets and reports providing financial and analytical input.

Evaluate business and financial risks and opportunities and report any possible impact to the delivery of targets.

Provide financial analysis for decision support including capital investments, pricing decisions and contract negotiations.

Provide analysis on the business profitability namely by department and activity and identify areas for improvement.

Ensure full understanding of the key underlying drivers of the performance and provide support in evaluating actions to mitigate deviations from targets.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience Qualified accountant or finance professional with demonstrable experience of financial planning and analysis experience in a commercial environment.

Fluent in Spanish and English.

Strong understanding of financial planning and analysis best practice for a multi-locations.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at senior levels of the organisation.

Strong people skills and emotional intelligence.

A methodical, highly organized approach to the execution of assigned tasks and responsibilities.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Cross-functional teamwork experience.

Flexibility and a willingness to travel across Spain.

Key Relationships To be successful in this position the FP&A Analyst must build strong working relationships with the following groups :

Regional Finance team

Finance and Management teams in each school in the region

Regional and school Admissions & Marketing teams

Group Management Reporting team in London

ISP Principles Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Leadership Competencies You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.

Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player developing positive supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.

Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning development and growth.

Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.

Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.

Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.

Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.

Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.

Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.

Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent and can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.

Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.

Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.

Strategic Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.

Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.

Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

Required Experience Key Skills

Engineering Support, MAC, Hydraulic, General Services, Ado, Health Education

Employment Type : Contract

Department / Functional Area : Finance

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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