Finance Manager - Profit, Loss & Budget

Coca-Cola is a global leader in the beverage industry. We are committed to investing in our people, our company, and the communities where we operate to help position the company for long-term, sustainable growth.

As a key member of the Commercial Product Supply (CPS) Ireland Finance team in Ballina, Co. Mayo, the P&L and Budgeting Manager will support the CPS Ireland Finance Director in overseeing the financial planning, management, and reporting processes for the Ballina CPS plant. The role includes managing a small team of direct reports and coordinating inputs from financial platform services. In addition, the position will assist the Ireland Finance Director in value-based decision-making and in the successful execution of projects both at the Ballina site and across the wider business.

The ideal candidate will thrive in an increasingly fast-paced environment, demonstrating a strong passion for change and a commitment to enhancing the performance of the CPS Ballina Finance team through Operational Excellence and AI-driven digitalization initiatives. The successful candidate will also act as deputy for the Ireland Finance Director on the Ballina site when required.

What You'll Do for Us:

1. Support and manage all aspects of plants financial operations, including:

(a) Report on the financial performance of the operations monthly (actual and rolling estimate results) to CPS finance and plant management; meet all submission deadlines;

(b) Ensure all financial accounting for the plant is completed to CPS / Corporate requirements, ensuring accurate reporting of monthly financial forecasts and actual results;

(c) Ensure value added analysis are completed for all major variances to plan, and work closely with the budget owners to drive corrective measures when necessary;

(d) Proactively identify and communicate risks and opportunities.

2. Support and manage the annual planning process:

(a) Manage all Business Plan (BP) P&L and balance sheet processes and presentations, ensuring all deadlines met with quality analysis and commentary;

(b) Manage timetable and communicate with plant management / planning / procurement owners;

• Master degree with CA/CIMA/ACCA/CPA qualification or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a medium to large scale manufacturing operation.
• Strong detailed knowledge of SAP and integrated manufacturing systems preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of both internal and external business partnering.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with senior management.
• Strong presentation and communication skills and ability to influence management in the decision making process.

• Career Development: The Coca-Cola Company offers a wide range of resources and programs to support your career development, including global learning programs and leadership development programs.
• Innovation & Technology: The ability to work with an award-winning team that is on the cutting edge of innovation.
• Exposure to World Class Leaders: Availability to global finance leaders that will expand your network and exposure you to emerging technologies and techniques.