Cash Forecast Manager

We're the world's leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere.
Our Functions teams are right at the centre of our business, making sure we can always get better, every day. Supporting the business with things like Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Legal and Technology, our Functions colleagues are skilled professionals whose role it is to ensure we continue to become an indispensable partner to brands everywhere.
Kantar is the world's leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies. Kantar's 25,000 people based in more than 100 countries help the world's leading organisations succeed and grow. Nobody knows people better than Kantar. We provide insight and inspiration to help our clients, our people and society to create and flourish in an extraordinary world.
TheCash Forecast Manageris responsible for managing a team of analysts performing cashflow forecasting and reporting activities for the all the markets in scope for Kantar Business Services (KBS). This role will also supervise the consolidating cashflow forecasts where required, as well as managing the reporting and reviews of Cashflow Forecast (CFF) into Regional and Group Treasury stakeholders. They will also act as the main point of contact for Group Treasury teams into KBS.
Role DescriptionAccountable for preparation and timely submission of the weekly consolidated CFF into Group Treasury.
Responsible for preparing forecasts for key submissions and for reviewing the CFFs prepared by analysts.
Managing a small specialist team of analysts supporting cashflow forecasts for the in-scope markets for KBS.
Lead weekly reviews with in-market Finance teams, the Net Working Capital Manager and Group Treasury.
Review actual cash flows from the previous week reconciling to actual cash balances prepared by CFF analysts.
Review reconciliation of balances in the cashflow forecast the group reporting system (Onestream/TIS).
Update the cashflow forecast for factoring cash flows (e.g., new sales, refunds etc.).
Work alongside KBS Payments and accounts payable teams to build supplier payments forecast.
Ensure compliance with Kantar net working capital rules and that any exceptions are approved.
Work with in-market teams to update any payroll, taxes, severance, and other lines in the forecast.
Update the relevant intercompany cash flow forecast lines in the forecast.
Support the R2D Tower lead with identifying and deploying continuous improvement opportunities in the area of cashflow reporting to improve the overall process efficiency and quality of the forecasts.
Role RequirementsDegree level education or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business-related field.
Experience of cashflow forecasting, reporting and related processes.
Work experience in a similar role (Treasury, Financial Accounting or similar).
Experience of developing and leading a small team in a similar organisation.
Strong financial forecasting and analytical skills.
Advanced skills in Excel.
An ability to organise own work, and the work of a team and to take the initiative.
Good communication/ interpersonal and influencing skills, and flexible approach open to change.
Knowledge of business process technologies, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems desirable
Proficient English (written and spoken).
PRIVACY DISCLOSURE: Please note that by applying to this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and retained by The Kantar Group Limited ("Kantar"). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment, which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager(s) and for consideration for potential future opportunities by Kantar and its affiliate Kantar group companies.
We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to encourage new thinking and craft the world we live in! We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with sophisticated technologies, nobody knows people better than Kantar.
And because we know people, we like to make sure our people are looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for our people is our highest priority, and we encourage our people to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage our colleagues to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no one size fits all, and we're flexible in our approach to ensure people feel included and accepted. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, which is why we welcome applications from all background and sections of society. Even if you feel like you're not a perfect fit, we'd love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.
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Portugal We're the world's leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere.
Our Functions teams are right at the centre of our business, making sure we can always get better, every day. Supporting the business with things like Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Legal and Technology, our Functions colleagues are skilled professionals whose role it is to ensure we continue to become an indispensable partner to brands everywhere.
Job Details Kantar is the world's leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies. Kantar's 25,000 people based in more than 100 countries help the world's leading organisations succeed and grow. Nobody knows people better than Kantar. We provide insight and inspiration to help our clients, our people and society to create and flourish in an extraordinary world.
TheCash Forecast Manageris responsible for managing a team of analysts performing cashflow forecasting and reporting activities for the all the markets in scope for Kantar Business Services (KBS). This role will also supervise the consolidating cashflow forecasts where required, as well as managing the reporting and reviews of Cashflow Forecast (CFF) into Regional and Group Treasury stakeholders. They will also act as the main point of contact for Group Treasury teams into KBS.
Role DescriptionAccountable for preparation and timely submission of the weekly consolidated CFF into Group Treasury.
Responsible for preparing forecasts for key submissions and for reviewing the CFFs prepared by analysts.
Managing a small specialist team of analysts supporting cashflow forecasts for the in-scope markets for KBS.
Lead weekly reviews with in-market Finance teams, the Net Working Capital Manager and Group Treasury.
Review actual cash flows from the previous week reconciling to actual cash balances prepared by CFF analysts.
Review reconciliation of balances in the cashflow forecast the group reporting system (Onestream/TIS).
Update the cashflow forecast for factoring cash flows (e.g., new sales, refunds etc.).
Work alongside KBS Payments and accounts payable teams to build supplier payments forecast.
Ensure compliance with Kantar net working capital rules and that any exceptions are approved.
Work with in-market teams to update any payroll, taxes, severance, and other lines in the forecast.
Update the relevant intercompany cash flow forecast lines in the forecast.
Support the R2D Tower lead with identifying and deploying continuous improvement opportunities in the area of cashflow reporting to improve the overall process efficiency and quality of the forecasts.
Role RequirementsDegree level education or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business-related field.
Experience of cashflow forecasting, reporting and related processes.
Work experience in a similar role (Treasury, Financial Accounting or similar).
Experience of developing and leading a small team in a similar organisation.
Strong financial forecasting and analytical skills.
Advanced skills in Excel.
An ability to organise own work, and the work of a team and to take the initiative.
Good communication/ interpersonal and influencing skills, and flexible approach open to change.
Knowledge of business process technologies, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems desirable
Proficient English (written and spoken).
PRIVACY DISCLOSURE: Please note that by applying to this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and retained by The Kantar Group Limited ("Kantar"). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment, which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager(s) and for consideration for potential future opportunities by Kantar and its affiliate Kantar group companies.
We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to encourage new thinking and craft the world we live in! We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with sophisticated technologies, nobody knows people better than Kantar.
And because we know people, we like to make sure our people are looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for our people is our highest priority, and we encourage our people to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage our colleagues to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no one size fits all, and we're flexible in our approach to ensure people feel included and accepted. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, which is why we welcome applications from all background and sections of society. Even if you feel like you're not a perfect fit, we'd love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.
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Portugal Why join Kantar? We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people, we can understand what drives their decisions, actions, and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depth expertise of human understanding alongside ground-breaking technology, we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast-paced, ever shifting world.
And because we know people, we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage teams to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no one size fits all; our approach is flexible to ensure everybody feels included, accepted, and that we can win together. We're dedicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like you're not an exact match, we'd love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.

About UsKANTAR Kantar is the world's leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies, Kantar's 25000 people help the world's leading organisations succeed and grow.
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