Senior Plant Controller Job

50000 - 60000

Division : Finance

Department : Finance

JOB TITLE

Commercial Management Accountant

Reporting to the FP&A Manager

JOB DIMENSIONS

The role supports the 6 Arkema businesses within the UK and 1 in Ireland

* Arkema Holding Limited (Stafford)

* Arkema UK Limited (Wetherby & Stafford)

* Bostik Limited (Stafford & Leicester)

* Sovereign Chemicals (Barrow in Furness)

* Siroflex Limited (Barnsley).

* Evode Limited [Dormant]

* Bostik Industries (Dublin)

Combined Net Turnover @240M

ACTIVITIES

Working within main FP&A department, covering broad range of commercial aspects, including but

not limited to;

Pricing / Margin :

* Maintain current pricing structure / price lists - ensuring tie to Commercial Contracts

* Assist with pricing for tender negotiations

* Support sign off of Trading Agreements.

* Prepare (& eventually lead) monthly pricing meeting with Commercial Teams (supported by FP&A

Manager)

* Perform Pricing Analysis in all Business Streams; agree actions with Commercial Director /

Commercial Manager. (Track, monitor, recommend and report all Price increases)

* Business Partner to Category Managers

Rebates:

* Management of customer rebate process within SAP

* Raising of rebate credit documentation

* Reconciling Rebate provisions

* Liaison with commercial to ensure rebate contracts reviewed and aligned to SAP

Reporting:

* Publish Summary Daily; Weekly & Monthly Sales & Margin Reports

* Promotional analysis / approval / tracking to ensure maintaining required margin

* Preparation and updating of Customer & Market levels P&L's monthly / as required

* Preparation of Balance Sheet Reconciliations

The role operates in a busy environment with multiple demands on time and resources.

The dynamic nature of the business requires adaptability and flexibility, whilst at the same time adhering to

pre-defined deadlines, legislative and regulatory requirements.

The role requires regular interaction with relevant stakeholders, and representing the company in a

professional capacity at all times.

Role is office based, working from Common Road, Stafford, ST16 3EH. Occasional travel to other sites may

be required.

The applicant should be self-motivated, with a can-do attitude and bring enthusiasm, diligence & aptitude to

the role.

Continuation of study will be supported for the right candidate.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Responsible for Pricing & Margin Analysis, Structure and Execution of the UK pricing. Ensure the growth of the

company EBITDA through an effective and structured sales and margin analysis.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

* Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance role

* Working knowledge of SAP

* Part Qualified CIMA or equivalent

* Computer and IT literate with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the use of formulas

* A strong analytical mind-set

* Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritise effectively is essential.

* Ability to work across range of departments / levels of hierarchy

* Influencing and strong communication skills are also a pre-requisite

Desirables:

* SAP BI knowledge

* Graduate calibre with focus on further financial based qualifications

* Experience of management accounts

* Previous experience in a similar industry