Crane ChemPharma & Energy Flow Solutions is a division within the Process Flow Technologies Segment of Crane Co, a US multi-national which specialises in highly engineered products in niche markets. The division is a globally focused business which designs, manufactures, markets and distributes a range of process valves and actuators for a wide variety of applications in the chemical, biopharmaceutical, oil, gas and power industries.
These products are amongst the most widely used and specified in these industries, the brand portfolio including Aloyco, Crane Gate, Globe & Check, Flowseal, Center Line, Noz-Chek, Duo-Chek, Stockham, Jenkins, Pacific's Pressure-seal, Wedgeplug and HF Acid products, Saunders, Xomox, Revo, Resistoflex, Krombach and WTA.
Job Summary
This position will serve as a direct financial business partner to the Crane ChemPharma & Energy, Saunders® brand, as it continues to grow both organically and in-organically. This position assists the ChemPharma/Energy Brand Finance Director in the consolidation, review and analysis of group financial performance versus plan/forecast/prior year. Assists in the preparation of the annual operating plan and weekly/monthly forecast. Support Senior Leadership Team with Process Flow Technology Ad-Hoc reporting. Uses Operational Excellence tools to improve existing practices and procedures.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Support in the monthly review and analysis of key variances in the Balance Sheet and Income Statements. Organizes and holds meetings with appropriate managers to discuss variances and suggestions for plan/forecast recovery.
Support in the development of senior level presentations on business results, performance analysis, financial models, forecasts and budgets, etc.
Support Process Flow Technology Division with reporting and analysis on an as needed basis
Support in due diligence efforts regarding potential acquisitions.
Assists with annual operating plan preparation, monthly pulse, quarterly forecasts, and weekly pulses.
Develop and Prepare templates to be used throughout group for various tasks (eg month-end, forecasts, plan, etc).
Provides monthly analysis of price/volume/mix of sales and related cost of sales. Communicates with sales/business line teams to identify areas of improvement.
Work with Team to validate monthly productivity figures and drive additional productivity actions
Prepares monthly reports to be used by group management.
Responsible for HFM validation including analysis and year-end schedules.
Provide HFM-based financial reports and analysis to operations and finance senior management team.
Analysis of product line reporting.
Understands current key processes/procedures in place within the various facilities, uses Operational Excellence tools to drive efficiency and increased effectiveness across business processes. Assists other departments to assess financial impact of decisions being made.
Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
About You
Qualifications/Experience:
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
Outstanding reasoning and logical thinking ability.
Must have an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of HFM (or other financial consolidation software) preferred (not mandatory)
Strong organisational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of GAAP and current accounting practices.
Skills Required:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of Power BI and data visualisation tools preferred.
Experience with ERP systems, databases (e.g., Access), and reporting tools.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within deadlines.
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