FP&A Analyst

Partner Financial are working with a leading consumer business based in Uxbridge is looking for an FP&A analyst to lead the initiatives and reporting for the business. The business have invested heavily in their FP&A function over recent years, which has brought to light a number of key benefits resulting in the desire to invest further in this area of finance.

This position is a crucial role within the team and would suit an individual who is a self-starter, motivated and has a passion for building strong relationships. The successful candidate will be visible to a number of key stakeholders within multiple functions meaning this job would be well suited to a commercially astute Financial Planning Analyst who can work closely with the Head of FP&A and the wider business to offer a value add service.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the timely and accurate provision of reporting across the business
• Producing monthly reports with insight, highlighting areas for improvements and efficiencies
• Working with the broader finance team to ensure accuracy and understand the drivers in variance and results
• Developing financial models to support the strategic initiatives
• Providing analysis and recommendations to aid key decisions
• Supporting the preparation of the monthly presentations for the Board
• Developing relationships across various departments, working collaboratively and educating the business in terms of finance
• Seeking continuous improvement and efficiencies of processes at all levels

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA , ACCA)
• Experience working in Industry within FP&A
• Ability to present and explain financial information to all levels of management
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• A proven track record of building and maintaining key internal and external stakeholder relationships both in finance and other departments
• Ability to drive and influence commercial solutions reinforced by insight, intellect and drive
• Strong IT skills, including Excel, and the ability to learn new IT systems and processes
• Strong communication skills both written and oral

We will be contacting candidates with the closest match to the client’s selection criteria within ten days of application to arrange an initial meeting. If you have not heard from me within these timescales, thank you for your interest but please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.