Financial Planning Analyst in Bournemouth, Dorset

Financial Planning Analyst in Bournemouth, Dorset

Bournemouth Full-Time Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead budgeting and forecasting processes while providing financial insights to senior stakeholders.
  • Company: Established manufacturing business in Bournemouth with a dynamic finance team.
  • Benefits: Competitive day rate, flexible working arrangements, and immediate impact on the business.
  • Other info: Opportunity for immediate value addition in a fast-paced environment.
  • Why this job: Join a growing company during a key planning period and showcase your FP&A expertise.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with strong FP&A experience and analytical skills.

Your new company: A well-established manufacturing business in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Analyst to join the finance team on an initial contract of up to 3 months. Operating within a fast-paced environment, the organisation requires immediate support to strengthen its budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes while providing key financial insight to senior stakeholders.

Your new role: Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will take ownership of the budgeting and forecasting cycle, delivering robust financial plans to support strategic and operational decision-making. Key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the annual budget process
  • Preparing monthly forecasts
  • Developing rolling forecasts across P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
  • Providing detailed variance analysis against budget and prior year performance

You will business partner with operational teams to improve forecasting accuracy, support working capital management, develop cash flow forecasts and provide insight into business performance. The role will also support long-term financial planning, financial modelling and continuous improvements across reporting processes and systems.

What you'll need to succeed: You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong FP&A experience gained within a commercial environment. Previous experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities is essential, alongside the ability to build financial models and present meaningful analysis to senior stakeholders. Manufacturing experience would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other complex commercial environments will also be considered. You will be an analytical and proactive finance professional who can quickly add value in an interim capacity.

What you'll get in return: You'll have the opportunity to join a growing business during a key planning period, working closely with senior leadership and making an immediate impact. This contract offers a competitive day rate, flexible working arrangements and the chance to utilise your FP&A expertise in a commercially focused role.

Financial Planning Analyst in Bournemouth, Dorset employer: Energy Jobline CVL

Join a well-established property maintenance contractor in Birmingham, where you will enjoy a supportive work culture and the opportunity for career progression. With benefits such as a company van, fuel card, and ongoing training, this role not only offers stability but also the chance to develop your skills in a hands-on environment backed by an experienced office team. Experience a rewarding career with guaranteed annual leave and social events that foster a strong team spirit.

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Contact Details:

Energy Jobline CVL Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Financial Planning Analyst in Bournemouth, Dorset

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Budgeting
Forecasting
Variance Analysis
Financial Modelling
Cash Flow Management
Business Partnering