Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
Location: Slough (Hybrid) X2 days in Office
Department: FP&A Finance Team
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
I'm currently partnering with a high growth global organisation with a revenue circa £4.5 Billion on the recruitment of a senior FP&A professional to join their finance function. You'll have a pivotal role in improving the delivery of the 5-year Business Plan and Forecasting processes, while enhancing the analysis capabilities of the FP&A UK team.
The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial modelling and a solid understanding of the Financial Services (FS) sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a commercial mindset and the ambition to grow into a senior position within the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support decision-making processes.
- Conduct scenario analysis and forecast accuracy to drive actionable insights.
- Evaluate financial performance and identify areas for optimisation.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to provide financial insights and recommendations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships across various business units to ensure alignment on financial goals and objectives.
- Manage the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
- Deliver actionable recommendations to drive growth and efficiency.
- Support strategic initiatives by providing financial analysis and business cases.
- Understand industry trends and their potential impact on the business.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA).
- 3-5+ years of experience in FP&A, preferably within the Financial Services sector.
- Proven experience in financial modelling and analysis.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial systems; knowledge of tools like Power BI.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build trust.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of market dynamics and how they impact business performance.
- Ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into strategic recommendations.
If you are a driven FP&A professional with the ability to navigate complex financial landscapes and foster strong stakeholder relationships, I would love to hear from you. Apply with an updated CV.