FP&A VBU BUSINESS PARTNER

Why work for us.
At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future A more connected, more inclusive, and more sustainable world.
We believe technology is only as powerful as the people using it to create a better tomorrow.
Role Purpose   Reporting directly into the Commercial Analysis and Planning Manager, the role is for a FP&A partner for the Business segment.
This role will work alongside the Commercial Analysis & Planning Manager & the Consumer FP&A business partner.
The Team works closely with both the Consumer & Business Commercial Finance Business Partner teams as well as Financial Operations.
Essence of Role – Key Accountabilities.
Commercial Reporting & Analysis Support Directors, Senior Management & Finance Controllers with management reporting and analysis of performance, investigation of variances and advice on areas that are worthy of further analysis.
This will include revenue, cost, customer base and tariff/handset mix performance.
Responsible for preparation of analysis and presentations for monthly review calls both locally and at Group level.
Monthly management reporting to Business Director, Business Leadership Team & Finance Controller, including monthly performance pack & dashboards, early flash reporting and performance commentary as required Ad hoc reporting, analysis & commentary for Business Director & controllers utilising reporting systems to give an accurate, timely & insightful response Develop commercial awareness through understanding of products, services, new initiatives & strategy.
Manage messaging to Group & Director on the Consumer/Enterprise commercial performance.
Company-wide reporting & analysis to identify risks & opportunities and drive performance improvement.
Support & drive financial performance reviews with CEO, CFO & Senior Leadership team as required.
Financial Planning & Forecasting Overall owner of the mid-month indicator process, managing the process, producing and circulating indicator pack in advance of review meeting, and communicating indication of performance to Group and local Directors Produce and present monthly 12 month rolling forecast to CFO & Finance Controllers, in collaboration with Business Partners & Business Identify and communicate risks and opportunities, and subsequently drive actions to mitigate/exploit.
Lead, drive & support the Financial Planning process throughout the Company & entire P&L, with specific focus on Consumer or Enterprise.
Preparation & communication of plans to Finance Leadership Team, CFO, Directors & Group Embed across the business robust plans that are underpinned by well understood and defined assumptions.
Business Partnering Supporting the Enterprise business unit controllers and business partners in relation to management reporting, commercial analysis, forecasting & planning Develop strong partnering relationship with Controllers, Business Partners & the business to influence, shape & drive an organisation that is fit for future.
Manage group as a key stakeholder by developing a strong working relationship.
Provide financial analysis required to facilitate their understanding of our financial performance & plans.
Provide support to business owners in relation to 1) understanding latest trends  2) deep dive anomalies investigating root cause  3) advise on business on options Information Systems Work with Financial Reporting & Data Teams to improve the quality, level and amount of information so that drivers and trends can be understood.
Ensure the reported information meets the needs of the business and can be delivered in a more efficient and effective manner and aligns to single version of truth concept Become team expert on the abilities and limitations of the data warehouse, Microstrategy, HFM & essbase   Take an active role across the Finance teams to drive continuous improvement, accuracy and consistency of management reporting.
We Are Looking For You, If You Have.
Essential Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with 3+ years PQE Previous commercial experience preferential Planning, forecasting and budgeting experience.
Previous financial modelling experience.
Excellent PC skills with proficiency in Excel front ends An effective communicator who can communicate effectively both cross-functionally and to Senior Management.
An individual with a growth mindset who is open for new challenges.
Who we are.
Vodafone is pioneering Ireland's Gigabit Society.
We are Ireland's leading total communications provider offering products and services make a real impact in the lives and communities of our customers.
As part of Vodafone Group, we are part of the world's largest mobile community with a presence across all five continents.
We’re at the forefront of innovation in Ireland.
From delivering Gigabit speeds which offers the fastest game play for gamers, or helping people work from anywhere in the country, the work we do is at the cutting edge of technology and is constantly evolving.
Our purpose is to connect for a better future, and this is made possible by our people.
No matter what your background, career stage or interests, we have opportunities across all areas of the business, which will help you explore and unlock your full potential.
You will get to work in a fantastic environment where diversity and difference is valued, flexible working is the norm and you’ll get to play a role in delivering Ireland’s Gigabit Society! Our people are at the centre of everything we do.
We employ approximately people in Dublin and across our network of retail stores in Ireland.
Our aim is to ensure each employee has the opportunity to innovate, to be challenged and to be rewarded.
We are dynamic in everything we do, including our approach to training, development, performance management and flexible benefits.
Vodafone is committed to support LGBT+ people at work.
We are an equal opportunities employer where our people can be at their best.
When choosing us……….
When you join the Vodafone Team, you will have the chance to grow your career while also experiencing some serious benefits! Some of the benefits that you will receive along the way are.
Competitive Salary Flexible working (times and location) is part of our culture where your hours can facilitate your personal work-life balance Generous Employer Pension contribution Free Phone Bill – When you join the team, your phone bill is on us! You will also receive mobile phone purchasing discounts Learning and Development – We provide extensive training to all of our employees so they can progress in their careers! There is also the Vodafone University where our employees can gain incredible skills! Exclusive Family and Friends Discounts – Receive additional discounts for you, your Family and Friends on Vodafone Products! 23 days annual leave and 3 charity days off – PLUS  a dedicated day off for your birthday Free Parking  Access to our Wellness centre including free access to our Gym, health and wellness centre and external practitioners   We are passionate about our employees! Here at Vodafone we want you to bring your whole self to work and we enable this with our progressive workplace policies.
We are proud supporters of the LGBTQ+ community and Vodafone is committed to support all of their employees at work.
We are an equal opportunities employers where our people can be at their best.
When you combine Technology and the human spirit, anything is possible.
And when you join Vodafone, we’ll help you shape a rewarding career that gives back in more ways than one.
It starts here.
It starts with you.
Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded.
We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business.
We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.