Financial Analyst (Business Partner)

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational industrial gas company is seeking a Financial Analyst to support its Integrated Gases business across multiple countries, focusing on providing financial insights and analysis to drive strategic planning and operational success. Ideal candidates have a strong financial background, proficiency in financial analysis tools, and excellent communication skills. This role offers professional development opportunities within a collaborative finance team, with options for remote work considered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial analysis, preferably in FP&A or business decision support roles.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and working independently.
• Fluency in English; a second language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly close activities and prepare financial commentary.
• Lead quarterly forecasts and align financial targets with business strategy.
• Deliver financial insights for key initiatives including profitability analysis.

Skills

Financial analysis

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

University degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or Accounting

Advanced degree (MBA, Master's in Finance/Economics) or financial qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CMA, CFA)

Tools

SAP

BI tools (e.g., BEX, Qlik Sense/View)

Job description

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what's possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world's most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.

Reimagine What's Possible

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Financial Analyst to support the Integrated Gases business across the UK, Ireland, Israel, Italy, and Norway, with a focus on Israel and the Electronics business. This role plays a key part in helping the commercial and supply chain teams achieve their financial and operational goals through insightful analysis, accurate reporting, and strategic planning.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid financial background who is eager to grow within a dynamic, multinational environment. You'll receive coaching and mentoring to help you thrive in this business decision support role.

Preferred location is Chertsey office UK, but remote working will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Month-End Close & Reporting: Support monthly close activities by reviewing results, preparing major factor analysis, and delivering clear financial commentary to stakeholders.
• Forecasting & Planning: Lead quarterly forecasts and contribute to the annual Operating Plan, working closely with commercial and operational teams to align financial targets with business strategy.
• Business Area Reviews: Prepare and present monthly and quarterly Business Area Review reports in collaboration with regional management, highlighting key trends and performance drivers.
• Project & Profitability Analysis: Deliver financial insights for key initiatives, including customer profitability, pricing and margin analysis, and new business evaluations.
• Cost & Capex Monitoring: Track capital expenditure and support cost control efforts across supply chain and plant operations, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Supply Chain, Customer Engineering, and Operations to analyze cost performance, support decision-making, and drive productivity initiatives.
• Financial Tools & Ad-Hoc Support: Maintain and enhance financial models and dashboards, and support various ad-hoc projects, scenario analyses, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or Accounting.
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master's in Finance/Economics) or financial qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CMA, CFA) completed or in progress is a strong advantage.
• Proven experience in financial analysis, preferably in FP&A or business decision support roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is essential.
• Experience with SAP, Analysis/BW, and BI tools (e.g., BEX, Qlik Sense/View) is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and work independently.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Fluency in English; a second language is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and high-performing finance team.
• Gain exposure to international markets and cross-functional business operations.
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package with opportunities for professional development.

We are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.