Steven Mapplebeck
About Steven Mapplebeck
Steven Mapplebeck is a Business Analyst specializing in Financial Planning and Analytics at Applus+ RTD, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in Quantity Surveying and Accountancy, and has held various analytical roles in the financial sector, contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis.
Work at Applus+
Steven Mapplebeck has been employed at Applus+ since 2018, currently holding the position of Business Analyst in Financial Planning & Analytics. His role involves attending senior management meetings to provide analysis and recommendations. He is responsible for managing quarterly headcount and Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) submissions to Group Management. Additionally, he prepares and submits quarterly commercial segment and marketing data. His previous role at Applus+ was as a Data Analyst from 2017 to 2018, where he contributed to various data-related projects.
Education and Expertise
Steven Mapplebeck studied Quantity Surveying at Fife College - Stenton Campus, achieving a Higher National Certificate (HNC) from 2019 to 2021. He also attended Telford College in Edinburgh, where he studied Accountancy and obtained a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) from 2011 to 2015. His foundational education includes Standard Grades from Broughton High School and Ainslie Park High School, completed between 1988 and 1993.
Background
Before joining Applus+, Steven worked at Walter Scott & Partners Ltd, where he held the positions of Expense Analyst from 2015 to 2017 and Assistant Accountant for eight months in 2014 to 2015. His experience in financial analysis and accounting has contributed to his current role, where he develops forecasting and budgeting methods for Applus+ RTD.
Achievements
In his current role at Applus+, Steven has developed forecasting and budgeting methods and processes, enhancing the financial planning capabilities of the organization. He provides analytical support for the implementation of the Payroll System and guides UK managers on sales forecasting and budgeting requirements. He also builds and amends Excel workbooks to meet changing reporting requirements, demonstrating his adaptability and technical skills.