eFinancialCareers

• Company

  Royal Bank of Scotland

• Location

  UK-Edinburgh

• Compensation

  Attractive package to attract the best

• Position Type

  Permanent

• Employment type

  Full time

• Updated

  16 Nov 2009

• eFC Ref no

  586086

Fantastic opportunities have arisen at the Royal Bank of Scotland Group for a Decision Support Manager within our Business Services area.

The Royal Bank of Scotland Group has an international presence in banking and the pride we take in pursuing excellence and innovation is matched by the dedication we show to our employees and their development.

To proactively influence the decision-making process with the relevant business area, through managing the delivery of timely accurate and reliable financial information. The role will assist in the review, interpretation and the implementation of controls and assurance for the financial aspects of change programmes under the control of Strategy Architecture & Business Services.

In addition, the role will provide the cost centre and other decision support (support, challenge and influence) for the Strategy & Architecture Business areas’ Executive and Senior Management.

Responsibilities

The role will provide the cost centre and other decision support (support challenge and influence) for the business areas’ Executive and Senior Management.

• Trusted to provide independent high quality and effective assessment of business performance.

• Assist in the provision of an objective opinion of the health of each Programmes’ governance, risk and financials to the Programme Directors.

• Provide analysis, challenge and review of programme costs and benefits ensuring that benefits are accurate and verified.

• Provide review and analysis of the risks and opportunities existing on sanctioned projects

• Maintain a good working knowledge of the cost and benefit drivers of all sanctioned projects.

• Provide financial support and leadership to Business Area Directors in relation to their cost centre financials, governance and risks. To include monthly reporting and periodic reforecasts/budgets.

• Provide financial support and leadership in relation to the country running costs, governance and risks. To include monthly reporting and periodic reforecasts.

• Assist the wider team in proactive development of robust financial control standards and processes.

• Support to the Head of Decision Support on any new projects as they arise.

The Individual

Qualified accountant with relevant PQE. Experience within a large financial services (or similar) organisation.

You will be a proactive self starter using initative where appropriate opportunities arise. Commercially aware, you will understand the business dynamics of the Division. Clear analytical thinking with the ability to handle complex dynamics to a clear understanding. You will have the ability to communicate effectively and to develop an effective network of clients. Energy and enthusiasm to lead others, connecting on all levels, leveraging relationships, engendering confidence and excellent communication skills will all be key to your success in this challenging role.

You will possess core accounting knowledge, understanding of Project cost drivers, sound use of Excel in terms of both data analysis and presentation. Be skilled in Management of cost centres under control - Actuals, Budgets, Forecasts. Programme Financial management, Risks and Commercials.

Additional Information

With us, hard work adds up to more. Our rewards include a generous salary, the opportunity to participate in bonus schemes and discounted Group products. Plus we offer a 25% benefit funding that gives you the option of choosing your own mix of cash and benefits... All of which creates a truly flexible benefits package that fits your changing needs and lifestyle.

If you are having any technical difficulties applying online, please contact us on 0131 626 2283 quoting Ref: 00013792

Please note as part of our referencing process credit checks will be undertaken.