DGM - Financial Planning & Analysis

John Cockerill, enablers of opportunities Driven since 1817 by the entrepreneurial spirit and thirst for innovation of its founder, the John Cockerill Group develops large-scale technological solutions to meet the needs of its time: facilitating access to low carbon energies, enabling sustainable industrial production, preserving natural resources, contributing to greener mobility, enhancing security and installing essential infrastructures.  Its offer to businesses, governments and communities consists of services and associated equipment for the sectors of energy, defence, industry, the environment, transports, and infrastructures. With more than 8,000 employees, John Cockerill achieved a turnover of € 1.417 billion in 2024 in 28 countries, on 5 continents.  Role Overview The DGM–FP&A will lead the organisation’s financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis processes. The role is responsible for driving financial insights, improving decision-making, and ensuring financial discipline across business units. This position works closely with senior leadership to provide strategic recommendations grounded in data and financial modelling. Key Responsibilities 1. Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the annual budget plan and long-range planning processes. Drive rolling forecasts and scenario planning for business units. Analyse key trends, variance drivers, KPIs, and business assumptions. Partner with functional leaders to translate operating assumptions into financial outcomes. 2. Business Performance & Financial Analysis Prepare monthly and quarterly performance dashboards, financial scorecards, and MIS reports. Evaluate P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow drivers; highlight risks and opportunities. Conduct cost analysis, margin improvement studies, and productivity analysis. Lead profitability analysis by product, customer, geography, and business segment. 3. Strategic Insights & Decision Support Support strategic projects such as capex evaluation, pricing decisions, cost optimisation, and investment analysis. Develop financial models for scenario planning, new initiatives, and business cases. Provide insights to leadership on financial trends, business risks, and industry benchmarks. 4. Reporting Financial reporting: Lead the monthly financial reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate reports. Management and board reporting: Prepare detailed management accounts, board packs, and other reports with analysis and commentary for internal and external stakeholders. Data visualization: Develop dashboards and use visualizations to present financial results and KPIs to senior management. Insight delivery: Provide clear and concise commentary and insights to leadership to support business performance discussions and decisions.  Strengthen FP&A frameworks, policies, and internal controls. 5. Stakeholder Management Work closely with CXOs, Business Heads, Operations and Project teams. Present analysis and insights to senior management, board committees, and investors Coordinate cross-functional alignment on financial targets and performance outlook. Key Deliverables Annual Budget Monthly MIS & Variance Reports CEO/CFO Performance Dashboards Capex / Business Case Models Cost Optimisation & Productivity Insights Forecasting Accuracy Improvement KPIs/Unit Economics Frameworks Working Capital and Cash Flow Analysis Skills & Competencies Technical Skills Strong financial modelling and analytical skills Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI/Tableau, SAP/ERP systems Strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and unit economics Experience in budgeting, forecasting, controlling and performance management Familiarity with costing, capex evaluation, and ROI analysis Behavioural Competencies Strategic thinking with strong business acumen High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and presentation abilities Stakeholder management and influencing skills Ability to work under pressure and manage tight timelines Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration Education & Experience CA / CFA/ MBA Finance (preferred) 10–15 years of experience in FP&A, Business Finance, or Controlling Function Experience in a multi-site/ geography or multi-country experience Exposure to digital FP&A tools and analytics platforms