Finance Manager - ANAPLAN

About The Role
Here at Morrisons we are currently recruiting for a Finance Manager to drive the success of Anaplan across our Finance function. You will be responsible for the pro-active management of our FP&A systems roadmap in agreement with senior finance leadership, overseeing successful model implementation and ongoing management, leading system development for FP&A and broader finance processes.

You'll be responsible for:
Leading the successful implementation of new Anaplan models and system updates, ensuring smooth deployment and minimal disruption.
Oversee the ongoing management and maintenance of existing Anaplan models, regularly reviewing and optimising performance.
Develop and maintain documentation for Anaplan models, processes, and system configurations for future reference.
Ensuring the Anaplan implementation and management are carried out within budgetary constraints.
Track project expenses and provide financial reports to senior finance leadership on Anaplan-related expenditures.
Evaluate the return on investment (ROI) of Anaplan initiatives and present financial justifications for future projects.
Collaborate with Finance leaders and stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure Anaplan models meet their needs effectively.
Work closely with process owners to ensure accurate and relevant financial models that align with business objectives.

About You
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with the Anaplan platform, including model building, integration, data import/export, and security settings.
Proficiency in financial modelling techniques, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis using Anaplan.
Understanding of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) processes, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting.
Ability to analyse complex financial data, identify trends, and provide meaningful insights to support strategic decision-making
Excellent communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels, convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Prior experience leading successful Anaplan implementations, managing the full project lifecycle from requirements gathering to user adoption.
Experience in managing and maintaining Anaplan models, including system updates, enhancements, and troubleshooting.
Previous experience working closely with Finance leaders and stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into effective Anaplan solutions.
Track record of collaborating with product owners, IT teams, and other departments to deliver integrated solutions and achieve organisational goals.

About The Team
With an eye on the future and our finger on the pulse of what's going on in our business, we partner with all of our teams and play a big part in the big decisions.

We provide business leaders with vital insight and analysis to ensure the correct business decisions are made. We review capital expenditure projects to maximise future returns. As well as looking after our cash, accounts and working capital, we also control costs, produce forecasts, deliver insight and manage supplier reporting and supplier payments. There's never a dull moment in our Finance team.

About The Company
Our business is fast paced and ever changing, as such we’ve lots of opportunities for you to play your part in our success. We’d love to meet you…
Some of the benefits you can expect as follows;

15% colleague discount in our stores and online, plus an additional 10% card for a friend or family member
Four and a half day working week
Hybrid working
Flexible working hours
Annual bonus scheme
Generous holiday entitlement
Company pension contributions
Private healthcare
Perks with over 850 retailers
Free parking onsite