Back Analyst, Cost Management FP&A

Requisition ID 34856 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Finance - Strategy, Planning & Control Contract Type Short Term Contract Length 06 months Posting End Date 29/07/2024

Purpose of Job

The Analyst, Cost Management, is involved in cost management business partnering for a number of departments within the Bank, within the Cost Management team’s mandate of establishing the Bank’s overall administrative and capital expenditure budgets and monitoring their execution as part of FP&A. The role provides direct support to the Associate, Cost Management in work to challenge and advise budget holders in the use of their budgets and in preparing resource proposals and other specific analysis, as needed.

The Analyst provides detailed expenditure analysis as part of the annual top down budget process, productivity analysis and monitoring of budget execution. The Analyst provides input to the preparation of specific sections of Bank documents issued to senior management and to the Board, such as the Strategy Implementation Plan document incorporating the annual Budget document. The role requires maintaining the relevant policies, procedures and processes related to resource management, including budget and accounting guidelines and for staffing related issues.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Accountabilities and responsibilities for this role are to be carried out under supervision of the Associate, Cost Management Business Partner:

• Active monitoring of business plan and budget execution of respective departments under client responsibility, reviewing directly with departments as necessary
• Support the SIP process by capturing the required cost management information including staff and non-staff costs
• Provide advice and guidance to budget holders, after seeking guidance and assistance where necessary
• Attend meetings on the Principal’s behalf, as necessary
• As directed, provide specific resource analysis for Senior Management and the Board of Directors under the guidance of the Principal, Cost Management
• Monitoring and reporting of expenses against agreed budgets on monthly basis and providing commentary / insight
• Undertake regular forecasts with the business and tracking of agreements and work with the business on resolving where deviations are likely.
• Performing tasks under cost management responsibility – review use of staff costs budget, regular tracking of contingency budget utilisation, use of management provisions, etc.
• Analysis of productivity across teams and other specific staffing queries to support more senior staff in the Budget team
• Utilise reporting capability of the planning system
• Regular discussions and support to budget holders to understand and efficiently implement their budget
• Under guidance, analyse resources or review policies that fall under the responsibility of the Cost Management team
• Involved in training of Budget Officers
• Ad-hoc analysis as directed by Principal
• Undertaking financial modelling to support key strategic decisions.
• This job description is not limited to the responsibilities listed and the incumbent may be requested to perform other relevant duties as required by business needs

  Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

  • Qualified accountant/ CFA qualified and/ or relevant practical experience in Finance
  • Strong accounting knowledge and financial background
  • Excellent numeric and analytical skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under tight deadlines, with good organisation skills
  • Strong knowledge of IT systems such as accounting packages, Excel and its use in modelling
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team, liaising with an extensive number of counterparties internally
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

    What is it like to work at the EBRD?

    Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

    The EBRD environment provides you with:

    • Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in;
    • A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity;
    • An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.

      Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time.

      Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).