Strategic Financial Planning Senior Officer

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HMRC is made up of Business Groups, which work independently towards one common goal. Our role sits within HMRCs Chief Digital & Information Office (CDIO) Group, which delivers in-house solutions for a broad range of technical and operational services. CDIO is HMRCs Digital, Data and Information Technology (IT) function, ensuring HMRC has the IT systems and processes to run and deliver its services.

As part of the Financial, Reporting and Control Division you will play a crucial role in delivering a trusted and high-performing finance function that drives informed decision-making across the organisation.

Job description

As a Strategic Financial Planning Senior Officer within the CDIO Finance division, you will be responsible for supporting the annual business planning process, taking the lead on key areas. Your expertise will be invaluable in supporting spending reviews, 5-year rolling financial planning, and serving as the subject matter expert for specific areas.

You will ensure rigorous interrogation and challenge of financial data, conducting detailed analyses to provide important insights.

Additionally, you will prepare comprehensive reports and templates for data collation and submission, supporting cost reduction initiatives and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with central finance colleagues and Finance Business Partners. This multidimensional role demands excellent analytical skills, the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights, and a strategic approach to navigate a culture of change.

Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills are essential, enabling you to build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders across the organisation. Furthermore, you will demonstrate the ability to think strategically, work comfortably with risk, and champion HMRC's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Person specification

Key activities include:

• Support the annual business planning process, taking the lead on key areas.
• Contribute to spending reviews and 5-year rolling financial planning activities.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for specific financial domains!
• Conduct detailed analyses and interrogation of financial data.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and templates for data collation and submission.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and programs!
• Maintain strong collaborative relationships with central finance colleagues and Finance Business Partners.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Essential Criteria:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong financial modelling and forecasting abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adaptability to change and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
• Accountancy qualification (CCAB or equivalent) or actively pursuing one.

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience in a similar financial planning or analysis role.
• Previous experience of working within or supporting an IT organisation from a finance perspective.

Location: Telford, GB

Posted Date: 11/24/2024