Finance Manager/Business Partner (Away from Home)

Job title: Finance Manager/Business Partner (Away from Home)

Company: Britvic


Job description: At Britvic Ireland – Part of the Carlsberg Group, we’re all about creating and sharing amazing soft drinks. Our iconic brands like Ballygowan, Club Orange, Miwadi, Energise, TK, and Cidona have been loved for generations. We also partner with PepsiCo to bring you favourites like Pepsi, 7UP, and Lipton.We’re always innovating and evolving, staying true to our vision of being the most dynamic soft drinks company, creating a better tomorrow. With over 240 years of history, our brands are rooted in authenticity and heritage. Our success is driven by the passion of our people, and we foster an environment where everyone can thrive and grow and truly be themselves.As we embark on this exciting new chapter under the Carlsberg Group, our purpose remains clear: striving for perfection, focusing on research and innovation, listening to our consumers, and driving sustainability to make a positive impact on society.Job OverviewThe Away from Home (AFH) Finance Manager and Business Partner is an exciting hybrid role that combines traditional finance responsibilities with proactive business partnering. You will play a critical part in driving the financial performance and strategic decision-making within the Away from Home Channel, supporting the strong growth in this important area of Britvic’s business.Key ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Senior FP&A Manager for Britvic Ireland, you will be the Finance Manager for the Aquaporte Business, Business Partner to the Away from Home Channel Controller, and support the operations and governance of Commercial Assets. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting (both P&L and Balance Sheet) and analysis to support decision-making
• Driving improvements in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Monitoring financial performance and implementing strategies to deliver the in-year plan and optimize profitability
• Developing and implementing accounting practices for new Aquaporte tap sales and leases
• Managing cash flow through the management of Accounts Receivable for the Aquaporte Water Cooler and Taps business
• Collaborating with the Away from Home Channel Controller to provide financial insights and guidance
• Contributing to the development and execution of business cases and long-term business strategies
• Evaluating growth opportunities and providing financial analysis to inform strategic decisions
• Identifying and mitigating financial risks for both Aquaporte and Commercial assets through effective controls and processes
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Supporting the audit process
• Mentoring and developing a team of four direct reports
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and development
• Encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team
• Acting as a trusted advisor to the Away from Home Channel Controller
• Supporting logistics supply chain and operations with data and analysis
• Facilitating cross-functional communication to align financial goals with operational objectives
• Identifying risks and opportunities to deliver the in-year plan and working with relevant teams to ensure these are either mitigated or realized
• Being the finance lead for projects within the Away from Home Channel

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience, or equivalent experience
• Financial accounting and business partnering experience
• Preferably relevant FMCG experience
• Highly motivated and results-oriented
• Team player, with the drive and interpersonal skills necessary to develop strong working relationships at all levels
• Strong analytical and interpretive skills, ability to deliver financial data in a user-friendly and relevant manner
• Ability to challenge conventional thinking
• Experience managing a team

Key BehaviorsAt Britvic, we value the following behaviors:

• We’re Courageous: Creates fresh and innovative approaches to overcome challenges, role models how to proactively and positively challenge others
• Stronger Together: Openly challenges others to produce the best result for Britvic, uses their role to positively contribute to the larger team that is Britvic, creates collaborative partnerships across teams
• Own It: Takes ownership for delivering results of outstanding quality, is resilient in their approach to resolving issues

Education/Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Accountancy qualification (ACA / CIMA / ACCA or equivalent)

Expected salary:

Location: Southside Dublin

Job date: Thu, 22 May 2025 04:36:19 GMT

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