FP&A Analyst

The FP&A Analyst will play a key role supporting the delivery of high-quality financial insight, planning, and reporting across the business. Working closely with the Finance Director, Financial Controller and senior stakeholders the successful candidate will help drive commercial decision making through robust financial modelling, variance analysis, and business partnering.

Client Details

This business is a well known sports brand based in Wigan. They have a collaborative and supportive working environment and will provide training and mentoring.

Description

The successful FP&A Analyst will

* Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles, consolidating inputs from business units into accurate financial plans.

* Build and maintain detailed financial models to support planning assumptions, scenario analysis, and sensitivity testing.

* Assist in the preparation of long-range financial plans aligned to the company's strategic objectives.

* Work alongside the Financial Controller to produce timely, accurate monthly management accounts packs.

* Analyse revenue and cost trends to identify risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to senior management.

* Develop and maintain dashboards and KPI reporting to support operational and commercial decision-making.

* Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and modelling to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.

* Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and commercial teams, translating financial data into clear and meaningful insight.

* Present financial findings clearly and confidently to non-finance stakeholders.

* Contribute to the continuous improvement of FP&A processes, tools, and templates to enhance efficiency and analytical capability.

* Assist with the development and maintenance of financial planning systems and data infrastructure.

* Ensure all financial outputs are accurate, well-documented, and compliant with internal controls.

Profile

This job opportunity will suit someone looking to make their first move from practice to industry OR someone with prior commercial finance exposure. The successful FP&A Analyst must have:

An accountancy qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA).

A solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Experience with financial systems and reporting tools.

Advanced Excel skills and the ability to handle large data sets.

An analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills to present insights clearly and effectively.

Job Offer

The successful FP&A Analyst will receive a

Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum.

Annual performance related bonus - circa £4,000.

Chance to work directly with an experienced Finance Director & Financial Controller offering support and mentorship.

Company Discounts.

25 days holiday.

Competitive Pension scheme.

If you are interested in hearing more details, then please click on the link below and apply for more details.