Senior FP&A Analyst

Overview

12 month fixed term contract Reading based, hybrid working. Robert Walters are delighted to be working with a leading UK charity, who are looking to recruit a Senior FP&A Analyst to lead partnering, drive performance, efficiency, and implement commercial process improvement within a high performing FP&A function.

This is more than just a numbers role - it's about using financial insight to shape strategy, guide operational excellence, and manage a small team. You'll work closely with senior leaders to influence key decisions, bring clarity to complex data, and lead scenario planning that drives real-world outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Partnering with operational teams to deliver strategic goals through robust budgeting, forecasting, and planning cycles.
• Leading scenario modelling and performance analysis to improve productivity and service delivery.
• Driving insight through activity-based costing, ROI and KPI analysis, and innovative reporting tools.
• Managing a small team and championing financial understanding across the business.
• Building business cases that articulate clear, measurable benefits.
• Influencing senior stakeholders and guiding the financial direction of key initiatives.

Experience and qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CA)
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in performance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Track record of working in medium to large organisations, ideally with exposure to service delivery models.
• Experience in activity-based reporting and productivity measurement.
• Strategic mindset with a collaborative, influential approach.
• Previous people management or mentoring experience.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Job details

• Contract Type: Temporary Interim Management
• Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
• Focus: Financial Planning & Analysis
• Industry: Accountancy
• Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum + flex benefits allowance, pension etc
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Mid Management
• Location: Reading