Senior Finance Analyst - FP&A

Job Title: FP&A Analyst

Location: Stoke

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Bonus + Hybrid working

About Our Client:

Our client, a leading organisation in their industry, is seeking an FP&A Analyst to join their growing FP&A team. This team plays a pivotal role in leveraging financial data to drive strategic business decisions, providing critical reports to Senior Management.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain financial models, analysing performance metrics and trends
• Evaluate the macroeconomic environment and report to relevant stakeholders
• Produce and report market share and competitor comparison analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and provide financial insights
• Conduct various analyses and identify areas for process improvement
• Create and deliver reports and presentations to communicate financial findings and recommendations to stakeholders
• Respond to other analysis requests from various departments to support decision-making

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• ACCA or CIMA qualified with a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or relevant commercial experience
• Proven experience in financial analysis, modelling, and interpreting large datasets
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions and financial modelling
• Familiarity with financial systems and data visualisation tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Self-driven with a proactive approach to tasks

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• Experience in competitor benchmarking and market share comparison
• Knowledge of industry-specific financial analysis techniques
• Familiarity with ERP systems