Finance Analyst

Wex Europe; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Manchester is seeking a Finance Analyst (FP&A) to provide critical insights for decision-making. This position demands advanced Excel skills and 2-5 years of relevant experience. You will build financial models, prepare insightful reports, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Enjoy a competitive salary up to £55,000 with a strong benefits package, including a hybrid work model and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Industry-leading pension

Life assurance

Employee wellbeing platform

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in FP&A or similar financial roles.
• Detail-oriented and highly organised.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain financial models for budgeting.
• Analyse financial performance and spot trends.
• Prepare high-quality reports for senior management.
• Provide scenario analysis for strategic initiatives.
• Track key performance indicators.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Presentation ability

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline

Tools

ERP tools

BI tools

Anaplan

Job description

Finance Analyst (FP&A) Manchester Up to £55,000 + Bonus Hybrid (1 day in office per week)

Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career? We re looking for a Finance Analyst (FP&A) to join our high-performing team in Manchester. In this role, you ll provide critical insights that shape decision-making and drive business performance across the organisation.

WEX Europe Services Ltd, proud owner of the Esso Card fuel card portfolio, is one of Europe s largest providers of fuel cards, with a growing presence across the continent and the US.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, where your analysis and recommendations will directly support senior leadership and influence strategic direction.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary £45,000 £55,000 (DOE)
• Annual bonus (STIP)
• Hybrid working only one day per week in the Manchester office
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
• A collaborative, supportive culture that values your input
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Industry-leading pension
• Life assurance & income protection
• Access to our employee wellbeing and perks platform
• No evenings or weekends just a healthy work-life balance

Key Responsibilities of the Finance Analyst:

• Build and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
• Analyse financial performance, spot trends, and deliver clear variance explanations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial and operational data.
• Prepare high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for senior management.
• Provide scenario analysis and insights to support strategic initiatives.
• Track key performance indicators and recommend actions to improve profitability.
• Support board reporting, management meetings, and ad-hoc projects.
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency in all financial data.

What we re looking for:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• 2 5 years of experience in FP&A or similar financial roles.
• Advanced Excel and strong financial modelling skills.
• Experience with ERP and BI tools (Anaplan experience is a plus).
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation ability, able to simplify complex data.
• Detail-oriented, highly organised, and able to thrive under deadlines.

Ready to make your mark? Apply today for this exciting new Finance Analyst position and take your finance career to the next level.