Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Trowers & Hamlins; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva

Private medical insurance with Vitality Health

Discounted gym memberships

Free cinema tickets

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to support its finance team. The role involves preparing budgets, collaborating with senior stakeholders, and developing financial models. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Competitive benefits include a bonus scheme and private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong analytical and Excel modelling skills.
• Confident in communicating independently with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in financial planning and analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Support the finance team with variance analysis.
• Contribute to the improvement of FP&A processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel modelling skills

Communication with senior stakeholders

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Law firm finance experience

Job description

Overview

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The Role

The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the finance team.

• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts for fee earners and business services
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to guide them through budgeting and forecasting processes
• Develop and maintain financial models for planning and analysis
• Provide variance analysis and commentary on actuals vs. budget/forecast
• Assist with monthly and quarterly management reporting
• Contribute to the improvement of FP&A processes and systems
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and projects
• There will be a secondary focus on management accounting. This will involve supporting the wider management accounts team as required in the preparation of the quarterly accounts as well as reporting to departments on their performance to date and outlook for the future

The Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst position will possess the following qualifications and skills.

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with law firm finance experience
• Strong analytical and Excel modelling skills
• Confident in communicating with senior stakeholders independently
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyse financial data
• Independent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Prior FP&A experience in a professional services firm is a plus

Our benefits include, an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva. We also offer Private Medical Insurance, (currently with Vitality Health) upon joining the firm, which include discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments and much more.

Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation.

If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on [e-mail]

As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services

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