FP&A Analyst

We are seeking a commercially minded and technically strong FP&A professional to join our growing finance team. As an FP&A Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy of the business. You will lead on budgeting and forecasting cycles, deliver forward-looking insights, support executive decision-making, and help embed a performance- focused culture across the organisation. This role requires a proactive self-starter who can work independently, manage senior stakeholders, and bring clarity to complex financial issues across multiple geographies and business units. Key Responsibilities: Financial Planning & Analysis • Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning cycles for the business or assigned business units. • Monitor financial and operational performance against targets, identifying key variances and performance drivers. • Collaborate with internal teams to develop actionable commentary and recommendations based on financial data. • Deliver accurate and insightful financial analysis for management and stakeholder reporting. • Support ad hoc projects and scenario modelling to enable informed decision-making. • Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and controls. Reporting • Design, improve, and automate reporting tools and dashboards. • Support the delivery of monthly management reporting packs with variance analysis vs budget/forecast. • Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor financial and operational performance. • Prepare Board and investor reports with clear narratives around financials. Forecasting & Modelling • Build and maintain dynamic financial models including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasts. • Model investment scenarios, project returns (e.g., IRR/NPV), and sensitivity analyses. Business Partnering • Work closely with operational teams, project managers, and treasury to align financial strategies. • Support pricing, cost control, and capital allocation discussions. Skills & Experience Required: Essential: • Professional qualifications: CIMA, ACCA, or ACA. • 3+ years’ experience in FP&A, investment analysis, or management reporting. • Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling. • Strong analytical capabilities with high attention to detail. • Advanced Excel skills. • Familiarity with business intelligence and planning tools such as Power BI #J-18808-Ljbffr