FPampA Analyst

Castore exists for one single reason to make athletes better. Our ethos is built upon the philosophy of BETTER NEVER STOPS an ideal deeply infused in our DNA and something we strive to live every single day. We utilise advanced engineering and unique technical fabrics to create the highest quality sportswear in the world for athletes who demand the very best. Designed with a passion for innovation with specialist features to help to optimise athletic performance in all conditions.

The founders vision is to build Castore into a brand respected across the globe for a deep and unrelenting commitment to engineering the highest quality sportswear in the world with no stone left unturned in its search for innovation and performance enhancement.

The sportswear market has been dominated by a small clique of massmarket brands and the vision is for Castore to be a premium alternative to these the natural brand of choice for discerning athletes who demand the very best.

The Role

Supporting FP&A function and wider Finance Team by providing financial and analytical support producing monthly management reporting budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

Production of wellpresented granular financial and operational data.
Production of monthly Board Packs to be shared with the executive suite and external stakeholders.
Production of period sales reports for internal and external distribution.
Support in the financial planning budgeting and forecasting processes.
Create and maintain financial planning models.
Assist in the creation of insightful and meaningful reporting catalogue to support the different business units across Castore.
Support on adhoc analysis with Finance Business Partner.
Proactively look for opportunities to improve reporting and analysis within Castore.
Able to comment on variance analysis and provide insightful commentary for period end reviews.
Able to identify financial risks and opportunities and escalate to senior management where necessary.
Collaborates with senior members of the accounting and finance teams.
Ability to manipulate large data sets into meaningful outputs.

Skills & Qualities

• Studying towards or recently qualified in an ACA CIMA or ACCA qualification is desirable
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Power BI experience an advantage but not essential
• Proactive selfstarter who thrives on being fully accountable for their work.
• Experience of presenting insights in a structured way.
• Ability to manage fast changing priorities.
• Broad understanding of key accounting principles.
• Willingness to go above and beyond.

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Discretionary bonus scheme
25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Modern city centre offices in Manchester
An opportunity to work with global sporting partners
Office breakout space with pool tables dart board and TVs
A chance to build a career with a fast paced high growth brand
Employee assistance programme
Generous staff discount