Senior Analyst - Corporate Finance & Planning - Dublin

Country: Ireland 
City: Dublin 
Req ID: 490684

About CRH

We are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity. We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions.

CRH is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.75,800 people at c.3,160 locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and in Europe.

Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax.

Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.

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Position Overview
CRH has an exciting opportunity within its Corporate Finance and Planning team. Bridging the Strategy & Development and Finance functions, the role will provide a comprehensive understanding across CRH’s Strategic Planning, Corporate Finance and M&A / Divestment processes.
Based in the Group headquarters in Stonemason’s Way, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16, the role is cross-Divisional and cross- functional, with international exposure to other functions and elsewhere in CRH, supporting decision making by the CRH Board of Directors and Group Leadership Team. The continued growth of the Group is anticipated to create opportunities for progression both within the team and in the wider organization.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Planning

• Review and consolidate Divisional financial planning models as part of the 5-year Strategic Plan process;
• Develop integrated projections, working with the Finance, Performance, Strategy and Development teams;
• Perform detailed scenario analysis, as well as quantifying the impacts of different capital allocation strategies;
• Review multi-year performance bridges and assess macro trends and external third-party forecasts;
• Assist with the design and implementation of financial planning tools and systems;
• Assist in the preparation of Group and Divisional Strategy Documents for the CRH Board.

M&A / Divestment processes

• Support finance and valuation-related workstreams of M&A and Divestment processes;
• Liaise with 3rd party advisors on both buy-side and sell-side transactions;
• Work with other deal team members across multiple workstreams on live transactions;
• Provide continuity through the deal cycle – Due Diligence / Valuations / SPA review / Completion;
• Review investment opportunities for medium and large transactions;
• Prepare briefing papers and strategy presentations for the Group Leadership Team and CRH Board.

Corporate Finance / Valuations

• Support the leadership team on a wide range of corporate finance projects;
• Liaise with external consultants and advisors to understand financial markets and sector developments;
• Prepare cost of capital updates and review capital structures of CRH and sector companies;
• Perform detailed benchmarking across CRH and industry peers;
• Assess key impacts of large deals e.g. Portfolio and Financial impacts;
• Work with the team to develop diligence toolkits and guidelines for corporate finance and valuation activities;
• Work with other departments on confidential projects e.g. Group Leadership Team / Investor Relations.

Key Characteristics
For this role you should be/have:

• Team player with ability to contribute both individually and as part of a small team;
• Integrity and trust, with ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality;
• Highly motivated and comfortable working in a demanding fast-paced environment;
• Self-motivated with the desire for personal and Group achievement;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to liaise with senior management.

Experience / Education
You are/have:

• Professional qualification (ACA, CFA or equivalent), with +7 years professional working experience;
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with attention to detail;
• Knowledge of financial modelling and valuations;
• Experience with M&A Transaction Services and / or Hyperion systems would be an advantage;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

What CRH Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

• Highly competitive salary package

• Comprehensive secondary benefits

• Significant contribution to your pension plan

• Health and wellness programs, including an on-site gym and fitness classes

• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

Connect your future to CRH

We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.

Is this role not for you, but do you know someone who would love to join the team? Please let us know!

CRH finds it important that vacancies are shared to individuals that may find them interesting and/or could be suitable for the role

Please contact our recruitment team at careers@crh.com.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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