UK Cost Controller

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Your Purpose

Reporting to the Head of UK Financial Planning and Analysis, the role of UK Cost Controller supports the activities of the expanding Finance Department of MSC Cruise Management.
The role will carry a broad remit across controlling, budgeting/forecasting and business analysis activities of overhead expenses and ship insurance. As part of this key position you will enjoy working independently, collaborating with other members of the Finance Department when needed. You will enjoy building constructive relationships with wider stakeholders across the MSC Cruise Management team in the UK and colleagues in Switzerland, Italy, Malta and elsewhere.
There will also be the opportunity to support with major systems upgrades, including an upcoming new ERP implementation.

Your Impact

* Performs controlling activities focusing on UK overhead expenses (Personnel, Legal, IT, Facilities, Travel and other Overheads), IT and Office Capex and Crew related expenses, working closely with the local teams and MSC Cruises SA Group Controlling team in Geneva.
* Coordinates annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting activities for MSC Cruise Management (UK) Limited for the above costs.
* Provides departmental analysis for reporting purposes and works with UK departmental heads and MSC Cruise Technical Department teams in Italy, to control costs.
* Prepares and analyses business cases for out of budget requests, investments and conducts post investment analysis.
* Supports monthly, quarterly and year end closing processes and manages other periodical reporting requirements as required.
* Monitors and reports costs for a Tug boat operation based on the Group Private Island in the Americas.
* Assists in the preparation of analysis, reports and presentations for UK board meetings, quarterly meetings etc.
* Works closely with the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis with ad hoc requests.
* Covers for annual leave and time off for other FP&A team members, including New Builds and Repair and Maintenance.
* Supports systems changes, particularly the upcoming SAP S4 Hana implementation.

Your Journey so far

* Significant experience with financial planning, analysis and control
* Strong analytic skills
* Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
* Strong financial systems capabilities, ideally SAP and proficient in MS Office (especially Excel and Powerpoint)
* Knowledge of IFRS
* Knowledge of shipping and cruising would be an advantage
* Strong networking skills and ability to build strong relationships with team members and key stakeholders is essential
* Able to operate in a complex, fast moving and dynamic environment and able to adapt to changing circumstances
* Resilient personality, able to meet stretching and shifting deadlines with an eye for detail

Your Essentials

* Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA) preferred
* The existing right to live and work in the UK is required
* Limited European travel required

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here