At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial planning and analysis to help save lives at sea.
- Company: Join the RNLI, a dedicated lifesaving organisation with a strong mission.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, generous leave, and a solid pension scheme.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with opportunities for career growth in a diverse environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your financial expertise in a meaningful role.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified accountant with experience in financial forecasting and analysis.
The predicted salary is between 50544 - 59464 £ per year.
Salary: £50,544 to £59,464 (dependent on experience)
Contract type: Temporary: Fixed-Term Contract
Hours: Full-Time
Location description: Hybrid with the expectation to be in the office 2 days per week
About Us
Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. Every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue. We’re looking for a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to join our Financial Planning and Analysis team on a temporary basis (up to 16 months). The role is responsible for providing the consolidated RNLI view to the Head of FP&A to support the Executive Team with Planning, Forecasting and Monthly Flash reporting, enabling the RNLI to manage its financial plans and direction.
Some of the benefits:
- Salary £50,544 to £59,464 (dependent on experience)
- Flexible working
- 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Competitive pension scheme (employer contributions of up to 10% of basic salary)
- Life assurance
- Health cashplan option
Your Role
As a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, you will support the FP&A Manager through the coordination of monthly and quarterly financial cycles, and alignment with the annual and longer-term planning work. You will be tasked with focusing on the following areas:
- Responsible for the financial forecasting and Risk & Opportunity process, as well as providing key Financial Reporting to key stakeholders. This will be delivered via engagement with the Head of FP&A, FP&A Manager, Finance Business Partners and wider Planning teams.
- Drive analysis and deliver insight that links financial reports to organisation strategy.
- Support the development of the organisation’s 5 Year Plan by providing financial forecasting, modelling and associated analysis.
- Analyse and suggest improvements that could be made to current systems, structures and reporting.
- Lead on the tracking of financial performance against departmental plans and forecasts, drive for corrective action when needed and ensure that plans remain aligned to the overarching RNLI strategy, Business Plans and Budgets.
About You
You’ll be deadline-driven, able to communicate effectively with peers and enjoy a hands-on approach to the role. You must be a fully qualified member of a recognised accounting body (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and will need:
- An established track record of creating and coordinating of financial forecasts, analysis and modelling.
- Excellent understanding of financial processes and controls.
- Experience coordinating Finance Business Partners to create forecasts and reporting to deadlines.
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Safeguarding
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out, dependent on the eligibility of the role.
Diversity at the RNLI
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable) and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
Senior Financial Planning Analyst - Temporary up to 16 months in Poole employer: RNLI
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a life-saving mission while enjoying a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth and development, RNLI provides comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities, all within a flexible hybrid working model based in the beautiful city of Perth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in your community and beyond!
