At a Glance
- Tasks: Support restaurants with financial insights and drive smart, strategic growth.
- Company: Join KFC, a beloved brand serving communities since 1939.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, early finishes on Fridays, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values curiosity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by turning data into decisions in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Accountancy qualification or relevant finance experience; strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Welcome to KFC. Home of the real ones. We sell the world’s best chicken. Seriously. And we’ve done it since 1939, when the idea of crispy, original recipe chicken took Kentucky by storm. Now, we’re proud to serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that we started with, all those years ago.
Across the Restaurant Support Centre (RSC), we come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We want to see our potential go that little bit further, as part of one of the world’s most iconic brands.
THE TEAM
Our Commercial Finance team are the problem solvers behind the numbers - translating data into decisions and partnering across the business to drive smart, strategic growth. You’ll find us rolling up our sleeves on everything from growing top-line sales to protecting profitability, and translating financial insights into clear, confident action.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role is all about providing robust forecasting, planning and performance insight that helps KFC make strong commercial decisions. The role leads core FP&A planning cycles, challenges assumptions, and translates financial analysis into clear recommendations for senior finance and non-finance stakeholders.
WHAT WILL YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING?
- Lead quarterly forecasts, the annual operating plan (AOP) and the 3-year growth plan, coordinating inputs across functions and challenging assumptions.
- Support period-end reporting with clear variance analysis and commentary for senior leaders, including the CFO and COO.
- Partner with finance and non-finance stakeholders to improve planning quality, clarify risks and opportunities, and communicate financial implications.
- Work closely with the KFC Global team on submissions, reporting requirements and alignment of financial planning activities.
- Support implementation of the global FP&A system and share learnings and best practice with other KFC markets.
- Support management and continuous improvement of the ilumen reporting tool, using insight and benchmarking to drive franchise and system performance.
- Provide ad hoc commercial analysis to support strategic decision-making at pace.
WHAT WE LOVE FROM YOU:
EDUCATION
- Accountancy qualification such as ACA, CIMA, CA or ACCA. Open to part qualified.
EXPERIENCE
- Recently qualified, or equivalent relevant finance experience.
- Experience supporting forecasting, planning, reporting or commercial analysis in a fast-paced business environment.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE
- Strong analytical capability and attention to detail.
- Understanding of FP&A processes, variance analysis and performance insight.
- Ability to work with reporting tools and use data to benchmark and improve performance.
SKILLS
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with a range of stakeholders.
- Curiosity to ask questions, test assumptions and challenge constructively.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines, work at pace and solve problems proactively.
- Resilient, adaptable and motivated to grow within the organisation.
ABOUT YOU
- A genuine team player
- A self-starter with curiosity, energy and adaptability
- Hungry to learn and thrive in a small, mighty team
- A practical problem-solver with strong commercial instincts
- Obsessed with high standards, momentum and getting things done
- And of course… a true KFC believer
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real. From flexible, hybrid working to Fri-Yay early finishes and Live Well Days, we’ve created a package that supports the real you, in and out of work.
YOU’LL GET:
- Hybrid working from our Woking RSC (just 24 mins from London). Commercial Finance come into the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
- Up to 11% company pension contributions
- Fri-Yay finishes at 1pm every Friday
- 25 days’ holiday
Financial Planning Analyst in Woking employer: KFC UK & Ireland
At KFC, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions individuality and growth. Our vibrant work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, allowing you to thrive in a supportive environment while contributing to one of the world's most iconic brands. With flexible hybrid working arrangements from our Woking Restaurant Support Centre, competitive benefits including generous pension contributions, and a commitment to employee development, KFC is the perfect place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
