Finance Manager - Separation (fixed-term employment)

Reckitt • Uxbridge, MA

10d

About The Position

The Finance Manager - Separation acts as a strategic liaison between finance and regional business units during a transitional period. The role supports financial clarity, operational continuity, and strategic alignment across separation workstreams. This is a fixed-term role until the end of 2027.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• 3–6 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in finance business partnering within transformation, separation, or M&A environments.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence non-finance stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and Excel modelling skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in FMCG, Pharma, or other complex, regulated industries.
• Exposure to carve-outs, divestitures, or post-merger integration.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with market and functional leaders to assess the financial impact of separation activities.
• Provide financial guidance and challenge to support effective decision-making.
• Support markets in developing standalone budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Support the transition of financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with the separation programme.
• Analyze and report separation costs, synergies, stranded costs, and transition impacts.
• Lead performance management of TDSA markets, including forecast and actual P&L reviews.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to align financial and operational objectives.
• Own the market exit playbook and support exit planning and execution.
• Prepare financial updates and insights for senior leadership and governance forums.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data throughout the transition and exit process.

Benefits

• Parental benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health.
• Life insurance for all employees globally.
• Other benefits in line with the local market.
• Global share plans offering the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes.
• Short-term incentives for eligible roles to recognise and reward outstanding results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed