Finance Manager

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Dechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2500 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business.

The Finance Manager will support the Head of Finance in maintaining financial oversight of the consolidated Dechra Manufacturing & Supply (DMS) entity for reporting, forecasting and budgeting purposes.

So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including:

• Design own and deliver financial planning and analysis processes including forecast and budget processes for the sites and at the consolidated DMS entity level, whilst aligning to Dechra standards and expectations.

• Co-ordinate and oversee the month-end closing processes for DMS entities functions, including the reporting processes and outputs into group finance. Work closely with the site finance leads and teams to build trusted and productive relationships.

• Identify and implement improvements of core financial processes to drive efficiency and effectiveness across the business.

• Produce insightful commentary into current performance and future actions required, offering clear guidance to support decision-making.

• Work with key business stakeholders across the DMS business to help them utilise financial performance drivers and improve financial planning, control and governance processes.

• Design and implement best practice controls and KPI's for manufacturing and financial control. Take the lead on Risk Management and Financial Control.

• Liaise and support key Dechra projects and programmes to support the wider business goals.

• Develop business cases for investments, capital expenditure and other projects. Support overarching governance processes.

• Perform balance sheet reviews of sites and advise on financial control.

• Support the wider business agenda within DMS to ensure delivery across the five pillars: people, delivery, safety, cost, and quality.

• Manage the divisional Management Accountant providing guidance and development to ensure continuous improvement in their role.

• Deputise for the Head of Finance in their absence ensuring continuity and effective leadership.

• Ensure effective communication and alignment to the Dechra Values.
  
  

Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We're particularly keen to hear from those who have/are:

• Degree in Business Economics or Finance (Master's or Bachelor's equivalent) is preferred.
• Recognised Chartered Accountancy qualification is required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate insights clearly.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration abilities, especially in an international context.
• Relevant experience in a business control role within a manufacturing organisation.
• Extensive experience in financial analysis and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs).

Desirable:

• Working knowledge of Hyperion and HFM.

Additional Information:

• Occasional global travel may be required with this role.