FP&A Analyst / Financial Planning & Analysis

FP&A Analyst

Sumitomo Corporation Europe Limited (SCEU) is seeking a finance professional to support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis within its Steel Business Group, partnering with stakeholders to deliver accurate reporting, insight and strong financial governance.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Finance Analyst, Financial Analyst, Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, Commercial Finance Analyst, Financial Planning and Analyst

SALARY: £65,000 to £68,000 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid. Working 3 Days from the Office in London (EC4V) and 2 Days from Home

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a FP&A Analyst to join Sumitomo Corporation Europe Limited, part of one of the world’s largest integrated trading groups with a 400-year history.

As a FP&A Analyst you will support the financial planning and analysis function across the Steel Business Group, contributing to budgets, forecasts, variance analysis and management reporting while partnering closely with sales and accounting teams.

This FP&A Analyst role offers excellent exposure to senior stakeholders, the opportunity to influence operational and strategic decision-making, and the chance to develop within a globally respected organisation committed to sustainability, inclusion and long-term value creation.

ABOUT US

Sumitomo Corporation Europe Limited (SCEU), as part of Sumitomo Corporation, is one of the world’s largest integrated trading groups. Our purpose is simple yet powerful: enriching lives and the world. We put customers at the heart of everything we do while embracing our responsibility to society. Inclusion is key – everyone is welcome, and everyone is treated fairly and with respect.

With a global presence and expertise in a wide variety of industries, we offer candidates a continued career growth in a forward-thinking and innovative environment. We are driving significant sustainable energy projects in the UK, leading the way on climate change and energy. Join us and be part of something that truly matters.

We look forward to you joining SCEU, where you will build lasting relationships, develop your skillset and contribute to our 400-year history of success.

WHY JOIN US?

Stunning views of the River Thames from our newly refurbished London office space with excellent facilities and a welcoming atmosphere

Contribute to work that supports sustainability, innovation and global responsibility

Apply early to avoid missing out – successful candidates will hear from us in June/July 2026

DUTIES

Your duties as the FP&A Analyst include

Budgeting and Forecasting: Assisting with consolidated budgets and periodic forecasts across multiple business units

Month-End Support: Supporting month-end processes, reviewing costs and preparing cost allocations

Management Reporting: Preparing monthly management reports including profit and loss, balance sheet and stock reports

Variance Analysis: Investigating variances between actuals and budget, including month-to-month fluctuations

Financial Analysis: Proactively analysing financial performance to support operational and strategic decision-making

Revenue Recognition: Partnering with sales teams to ensure correct revenue and cost recognition in line with IFRS

Foreign Exchange Monitoring: Assisting with the monitoring and management of foreign exchange exposure

Process Improvement: Collaborating with stakeholders to improve efficiency, governance and financial controls

Stakeholder Liaison: Acting as a key interface between finance, accounting and commercial teams

Ad Hoc Support: Providing finance-related support and insight to sales teams as required

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent, fully qualified

Experience (pre or post qualification) in financial analysis or a similar role

Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet deadlines

Commercially aware with the ability to analyse and interpret complex financial data and communicate insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders (including senior leadership of the BG)

Hands on experience on application of accounting treatments (IFRS)

Critical thinking mindset with the ability to challenge assumptions and validate data

Effective interpersonal skills, managing communication between business group and accounting department

Diplomacy skills to effectively collaborate and persuade/influence others

Experience in using integrated ERP systems and financial software, with strong Excel skills

SAP experience advantageous but not critical, experience of using a finance/accounting software a must

DESIRABLE

Experience supporting sales or commercial teams

Background in process improvement or finance automation

Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems

Advanced Excel skill and experience in Power BI (desirable)

BENEFITS

Competitive salary (£65,000 - £68,000) plus benefits

Hybrid working – 3 days working in the office in London per week with 2 days working from home

25 days annual leave + flexible working hours

Flexi time credits for hours worked beyond 35 hours per week, with line manager approval

Working Away - Up to 20 calendar days to work from any location either in the country you work in or overseas

Life assurance, pension scheme, bonus scheme

Dental Insurance

Free annual health check

Free onsite gym with pool and classes

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development tailored to your goals

Potential support towards professional qualifications

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14815

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