Senior Financial Analyst

About CRH

We are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity. We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions.

CRH is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.75,800 people at c.3,160 locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and in Europe.

Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax.

Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.

Position Overview

The R&PA team forms part of Group Finance in CRH, based in Stonemasons Way, Dublin. The team has responsibility for a number of internal and external reporting processes and performance analysis including monthly Board and management reporting, the Group consolidated Budget, financial planning and analysis, preparation of financial notes, briefing materials for senior management and Investor Relations to support external results announcements and preparation of business performance related sections of the annual report. Hybrid working at present, with the team ordinarily based at Group HQ in Stonemasons Way, Dublin.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Preparation of briefing materials for Senior Management and Investor Relations, in particular at quarter end, providing key information on drivers of performance.
• Preparation of the MD&A and business performance section of the annual report, 10-K and 10-Q.
• Preparation of the quarterly announcement of trading results.
• Preparation of Group forecast while working closely with Divisional Finance and other teams across Group Finance.
• Review and provide critical analysis for the monthly Board and management reporting processes with a key focus on critical trend analysis, key performance metrics and drivers of performance.
• Review and provide critical analysis for the preliminary and final budget submitted by the Divisions and ownership of the related presentations, reports and analysis.
• Review and analysis of financial reporting notes and disclosures, as part of the Group financial consolidation process.
• Focus on continuous improvements in all processes and outputs to add value and drive business results.
• Provide high quality ad hoc analysis to senior management as requested to support decision making.
• Drive Results - Consistently achieving objectives, even under tough circumstances, pushing self and others to accomplish goals.
• Have Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Collaborate - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Make Quality Decisions - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organisation moving forward.

Key Characteristics

• Strong communication skills and comfortable liaising with senior management;
• Demonstrates integrity and trust, with ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality;
• Team player with ability to contribute both individually and as part of a team;
• Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative; comfortable working in a demanding fast-paced environment;
• Good financial and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on results;
• Ability to multitask within tight deadlines.

Experience / Education

• Strong academic background, professional record and qualification (ACA, CFA or equivalent)
• 5+ years' experience in a similar role;
• Experience working on high performing teams, ideally across different geographies.
• Good systems capabilities and/or interest in financial reporting systems; experience with HFM system would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Exposure to Group reporting and processes.

What CRH Offers You

A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

Highly competitive salary package.

Comprehensive secondary benefits.

Significant contribution to your pension plan.

Health and wellness programs, including an on-site gym and fitness classes.

Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization.

Connect your future to CRH

We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.

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CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team.