- Lead the development of a 5-year financial planning model using IBM Cognos TM1, incorporating various scenarios and forecasts to support strategic decision-making
- Create financial planning templates for business units that integrate into the overall corporate planning model
- Simplify the rolling forecast process by developing an in-year forecasting model that feeds into the 5-year plan
- Design templates to evaluate capital proposals, which can be integrated into the business plan once approved
- Ensure seamless integration of financial data into IBM Cognos TM1, maintaining a single source of truth for reporting and analysis, and develop TM1 as the primary reporting portal
- Use IBM Cognos TM1 to perform detailed scenario analysis, testing assumptions, and evaluating potential outcomes
- Collaborate with finance, operations, and executive teams to gather input and share insights, ensuring alignment of financial plans with corporate goals
- Develop and present financial reports and dashboards using IBM Cognos TM1, providing actionable insights to stakeholders
- Stay updated on the latest features of IBM Cognos TM1 to enhance the planning process and model accuracy
- Improve cash flow understanding by creating models that reflect the business's unique characteristics and income streams
- Fully qualified (ACCA, ACA or CIMA)
- Expertise in IBM Cognos TM1
- A passion for planning and forecasting
- The ability to create and develop planning tools and forecasting models, leveraging the full capability of the system
- The confidence and skill for proactively partnering colleagues outside of finance