Finance Change Analyst – Adaptive Planning (6-9 Month FTC)

TN United Kingdom; Haywards Heath; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative market leader in the insurance sector is seeking a Finance Change Analyst for a dynamic role in adaptive planning. This position offers the opportunity to engage in analytical tasks, process mapping, and stakeholder management while working flexibly from home, with minimal office presence required. You'll be instrumental in designing and implementing system changes, fostering relationships across the organization, and ensuring that training and support are provided to end-users. Join a collaborative team that values continuous improvement and is committed to creating a supportive work environment where your contributions can shine.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Continuous improvement opportunities

Energetic workplace

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting/FPA function is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and implement technical system changes for adaptive planning.
• Support end-users with training on Adaptive Planning processes.
• Produce clear requirements documentation for stakeholders.

Skills

Accounting and finance experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Workday Financials

Microsoft Excel

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Finance Change Analyst – Adaptive Planning (6-9 Month FTC), Haywards Heath

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Client:

First Central Services UK Ltd

Location:

Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

9

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

We’re First Central Insurance & Technology Group (First Central for short), an innovative, market-leading insurance company. We protect the things customers love so they can get on with what matters to them in life.

Data drives us. It fuels our outstanding distribution, finance, technology and legal services. Our underwriting skills are built on data expertise; it creates the insights we need to give the right cover to the right customers at the right price. But, it’s the people inside and outside our business that power us. They make us stand out, help us succeed. We’re ambitious. We’re growing. We’ve won awards.

Are you passionate about finance, adaptive planning and driving positive change? Join our team on a Fixed Time Contract for initially 6 months (potential to extend to 9 months) as a Finance Change Analyst – Adaptive Planning .

As Finance Change Analyst – Adaptive Planning , you'll dive into various analytical tasks, like process and stakeholder mapping. Working closely with the Finance Change Lead, you'll design, test, and implement technical system changes for our adaptive planning project. Training and supporting end-users on Adaptive Planning will be part of your daily routine so building reporting requirements and fostering strong relationships across all levels are key parts of this job.

Working flexibly,you'llspend most of your time working from home, with a day a week in the office (living a commutable distance from Haywards Heath, West Sussex is a must for this role!). But of course,it’syour choice - if you prefer to be in the office more -that'sgood with us too.

What you’ll need to succeed in this role:

• Accounting and finance experience in an accounting/ FPA (Financial planning and analysis) function, maybe as a finance system administrator and / or finance change role working in ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), General Ledger, or P2P (Procure to Pay) systems – if you’ve got experience in systems such as Workday Financials or adaptive planning – even better!
• Organised and attention to detail : you maintain order, we’re talking color-coded spreadsheets, meticulous record-keeping, and precise reporting - tick!
• Communication and relationships: you're a people person, effortlessly building relationships and connecting with stakeholders to deliver training and give others the knowledge needed for success!

What's involved:

• Effectively execute a wide range of analytical tools and techniques, including process mapping and Stakeholder Mapping
• Support testing processes and ensure adherence to future working processes.
• Produce clear and effective requirements documentation, presenting information in an intelligent and clear way to communicate requirements, business solution options and recommendations to different stakeholder audiences.
• Design, test and implement technical system changes to deliver adaptive planning project.
• Provide training and support to end-users on the use of Adaptive planning and processes.
• Build reporting requirements in line with project scope.
• Build effective working relationships and influence across all levels, fostering an open and collaborative culture.
• Engage in team based continuous improvement activity and implement where applicable.
• Ensure key system control and integrity are maintained and protected through any change requests.
• Support on finance system updates and maintenance development work across all finance systems.
• Ensure compliance with Company Policies, Values and guidelines and other relevant standards/ regulations at all times.

Experience, skills and knowledge

• Experience in an accounting/FPA function with AAT qualification or by experience
• Experience as a finance system administrator and / or finance change role.
• Experience with ERP, General Ledger, or P2P systems.
• Experience of financial systems (Workday Financials/adaptive planning – desirable)
• Experience of system implementations and post go-live support models.
• Understanding of Finance processes and terminology
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, especially Excel
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organization skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical skills and ability to drive process improvement, based upon analysis of data.
• Work effectively under pressure and think clearly and logically in challenging situations.

Behaviours

• Results driven with a constant eye on the detail but understand the audience - you're the perfect combo of focused and flexible, making sure everything's top-notch while keeping everyone in the loop
• Empathetic and collaborative approach, with an ability to get the best out of a wide range of stakeholders - you bring out the best in everyone
• A positive attitude to deliver controlled change and rapidly overcome obstacles - you turn challenges into opportunities and keeping the momentum going with your can-do spirit
• A good level of oral and written communication skills, communicating effectively with managers, colleagues, and external suppliers - making sure everyone's on the same page and things run smoothly.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic - always eager to dive into new tasks and take the lead when needed
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team - you get the job done
• Strives to drive business improvements to contribute to the success of the business - you're on a mission to make things better, one step at a time
• Emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy - you've got an eagle eye for spotting even the tiniest of errors, ensuring that nothing slips through the cracks and everything's shipshape

If you’re looking for your next role in a collaborative, open, and supportive team that values hard work, play, and continuous improvement, then get in touch and click on Apply.

What can we do for you?

People first. Always. We’re passionate about our colleagues and know the best people deserve an extraordinary working environment. We owe it to them so that’s what we offer. Our workplaces are energetic, inspirational, supportive. To get a taste of the advantages you’ll enjoy, take a look at all our perks in full .

Intrigued? Our Talent team can tell you everything you need to know about what we want and what we’re offering, so feel free to get in touch.