Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Analyst

PermanentCorkJoin Musgrave – A Legacy of Innovation, Community, and Excellence Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 18 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey. As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland’s most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our Financial Planning & Analysis team as a Senior Analyst. The role of the Planning and Analysis function in MRPI is to guide and direct the business via robust forecasting and reporting, in addition to providing top‑class business partnering. The Planning & Analysis Senior Analyst plays an integral role in this delivery, supporting the three‑year business planning process and the delivery of the annual budget and quarterly financial forecasts. The role is crucial in supporting informed financial decision‑making and strategy development within MRPI. What you'll be doing:

• Support the delivery of the 3YP, Annual Budgeting and Forecasting process.
• Support strategic analysis on key commercial levers within the business.
• Support decision‑making by providing stakeholders with timely, detailed and meaningful insights on business performance.
• Identify and support improvements in budgeting and forecasting processes, focusing on efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide analytical and decision support to the Finance Director / Head of Finance – Retail / FP&A Senior Manager as required.
• Proactively support commercial and cross‑functional projects by adding value through analysis and insight.
• Communicate clearly and positively with stakeholders to ensure strong understanding of financial performance and drivers.

What we are looking for:

• Professional Accountancy Qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, etc.).
• 5+ years’ experience in a senior finance or analytical role.
• Proven experience managing and influencing stakeholders at a senior level.
• Strong relationship‑building skills and confidence dealing with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to make decisions at pace, working in a disciplined and agile manner.
• Strong analytical, numerical and data interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of the Irish retail industry (distinct advantage).
• Project and change management capability.
• Process‑driven and systems‑focused mindset (Anaplan experience an advantage).
• Flexible, adaptable, with strong interpersonal and presentation skills.

Why Musgrave:Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact. Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and vision. Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know. Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.