HEO – Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Job title: HEO – Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Company: Cpl Group


Job description: About Coimisiún na MeánCoimisiún na Meán are implementing a new regulatory regime for online safety. As well as protecting people in Ireland from online harms, we will be the regulator for the whole of Europe for the many large online platforms whose European headquarters are in Ireland – working closely with the European Commission and our counterparts across Europe. We will enforce rules that platforms must follow in order to keep their users safe. In time, we will establish a mechanism for giving advice to users and for considering complaints when users are dissatisfied with the way a platform has handled a complaint.Coimisiún na Meán regulate broadcasters and video-on demand providers. We make and enforce codes and rules that broadcasters must follow on matters such as balance in news and current affairs, protecting children from age-inappropriate material, political advertising, promoting gender balance and ensuring access for people with disabilities. We will review our codes and rules and extend them to video-on-demand providers such as streaming services and people who upload videos for commercial gain. We also award broadcasting contracts to commercial radio and TV stations, review the performance of public service broadcasters such as RTÉ and TG4 and make recommendations about their funding. We also handle complaints from the general public about programme material.Coimisiún na Meán support the wider media sector. We run funding schemes to support the development of content that reflects and shapes Irish society, including content in the Irish language. For instance, we are proud to have funded An Cailín Ciúin, the first ever Irish-language film to be nominated for an Oscar. Over the next year we will establish new funding schemes to support local journalism and we will take initiatives related to Irish language, sustainability, and equality, diversity and inclusion. We also promote media literacy. We expect to take on a wider media development role in coming yearsRole PurposeWe are seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to support the organisation’s planning, budgeting and forecasting processes. The role will provide strategic insights and financial guidance to help drive the Commission’s financial strategy and objectives.​The role will act as a key interface with a variety of stakeholders, providing proactive updates on periodic spend and budgetary queries.​In addition, the role will support the organisation’s annual levy calculation and ongoing administration processes.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting:​

• Support the annual budgeting process, working closely with key stakeholders to develop detailed budgets that align with strategic objectives.​
• Support the rolling forecast process to ensure accurate and timely updates based on current business conditions.​
• Develop and maintain financial models to support planning and decision-making processes.​

Financial Analysis & Reporting:​

• Analyse monthly financial results, variances, and provide insights.​
• Prepare and present regular financial reports, including variance analysis and executive summaries.​
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend actions to mitigate risks.​

Strategic Business Partnering:​

• Work with business colleagues in preparation of business cases for key initiatives and projects.​
• Provide financial guidance and recommendations to drive business performance and achieve targets.​

Levy calculation and operationalisation:​

• Work with business colleagues in developing levy models.​
• Support levy processes – levy calculation, invoice issuance, collection and reconciliation. ​

Process Improvement:​

• Continuously improve FP&A processes, tools, and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and insight.​
• Implement best practices in financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support business needs.​
• Lead or participate in finance transformation initiatives to optimise finance operations and support growth.​

The above is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to review.Essential Criteria

• Part-qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA) with a minimum of 3 years’ prior accounting experience involving Financial Planning & Analysis activities.​
• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.​
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.​
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.​
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.​
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. ​
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.​
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and work in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Criteria

• Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA).​
• Experience in a regulatory or public sector environment.​​
• Proficiency in financial modelling and experience with Business Intelligence tools

Application ProcessIf you are interested in applying for this position, please submit:

• A CV and a letter/personal statement (i.e., no more than 2/3 pages) outlining why you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position via
• If you have any special requirements throughout the recruitment process, for example, if you have a visual impairment or are neuro-divergent, we are happy to accommodate your needs where possible, please reach out to us via

to request support. * Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate’s eligibility to work in Ireland and all positions require candidates to live in the Republic of Ireland.

• Candidates who engage in canvassing will be disqualified and excluded from the process.

Closing Date: 4th February 2025 at 3pm#LI-LB4

Expected salary:

Location: Ireland

Job date: Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:18:02 GMT

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