Senior Financial Analyst (Devon, PA)

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Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst 

Location: Devon PA.

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Financial Analyst,   you'll   join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry,   you'll   help tackle the world's biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern   life   and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying,   refining   and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.  

The role:  

• Support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning activities for plant cost   centres , including headcount and   people   costs.  

• Provide   timely   variance analysis, cost   reporting   and forecasting insights throughout the month-end close process.  

• Deliver clear management reporting on production and overhead costs, including Monthly Operating Report submissions.  

• Partner with plant operations and finance stakeholders to   identify   trends,   risks   and opportunities through detailed analysis.  

• Review production costs, standard cost   allocations   and cost variances to support improved business performance.  

• Build strong relationships across operational,   commercial   and technical teams to support   accurate   financial reporting.  

• Maintain and enhance financial reports, dashboards, and performance metrics to improve visibility into business results.

• Support cash forecasting and liquidity planning activities through analysis of working capital and operational performance.

• Prepare complex excel financial reports utilizing high proficiency in Excel and Data analytics.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:  

• University degree qualification and   a professional   accounting qualification such as ACA,   CIMA   or equivalent.  

• Strong experience in   management   accounting, cost   analysis   and financial planning within manufacturing.  

• Understanding of   production costing, variance   analysis   and financial performance drivers.  

• Ability to challenge constructively, influence   stakeholders   and   provide   actionable business insights.  

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.  

• Experience within the chemicals,   automotive   or related industrial sectors would be   advantageous .  

Even if you only match some of the skills,   we'd   love to hear from you to discuss further! 

What we offer:  

We make sure salaries are fair,   competitive   and aligned to individual roles,   experience   and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where   applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as:  

• Competitive retirement savings  

• Company matched Share Incentive Plan  

• Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness  

• Medical plans/health assessments  

• Retailer and Wellbeing discounts  

• Competitive annual incentive plan  

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career! 

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.  

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