Finance Manager - Smart Metering, 14 month fixed term contract

Job Description

14 month Fixed Term Contract

The Finance Manager performs a vital role and takes accountability for monthly P&L performance, Balance Sheet reporting (including risks/opportunities analysis), audit deliverables and ownership of key technical and financial activities in line with contractual obligations and accounting standards. There is also line management responsibility of the graduate/apprentice analyst.

Additional duties include responsibility for the quarterly financing process, preparation of quarterly forecasts and accountability for month end delivery. You will also own the billing function, with support from the Finance Analyst to ensure smooth and timely billing process, accurate tracking and alignment with PMO and Commercial teams, support the Senior Finance Manager with scenario analysis and ad hoc modelling to advise decision making.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, impactful teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong financial modelling and analysis skills
• Ability to co-ordinate various Stakeholders to deliver key financial processes
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with external parties
• Strong prioritisation and time management skills

The other stuff we are looking for

We'd also love you to bring;

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and establish relationships
• Responsibility for ensuring financial integrity, compliance and control of the programme
• Able to lead on the monthly and quarterly SOX requirements and audit
• Line management experience is an advantage

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process will include a two stage competency based interview.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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