Financial Planning Analyst

Wade Macdonald; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Collaborative working culture

Exposure to senior stakeholders

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm is searching for a Senior Finance Recruitment Specialist to support international operations. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in financial analysis and strong Excel and financial modelling skills. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation and the chance to influence strategy through insightful analysis.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in FP&A or financial analysis.
• Strong analytical skills comfortable communicating insights.
• Experience with financial planning and analysis tools.
• Experience with ERP systems and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain annual budgets and forecasts.
• Produce and analyze financial forecasts and variance reports.
• Create dashboards and reporting packs for senior leadership.
• Collaborate with department heads on decision-making.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis as required.
• Develop financial models for capital projects and scenarios.
• Support cost control and identify operational efficiencies.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis as required by leadership.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Strong Excel skills

Financial modelling

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Senior Finance Recruitment Specialist | Former Accountant with a Unique Insight into Finance Roles and Career Development

Location: Hybrid – London

About the Client

Our client is a global organisation with operations across Europe. They cultivate a dynamic work environment where work-life balance and employee well-being are priorities. As they continue to grow, they are seeking professionals who are commercially astute and eager to make an impact within a collaborative finance function.

About the Job

This is a commercially focused role supporting international operations with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting. You will partner with business leaders to provide insights and analysis, support strategic initiatives, and help improve financial decision-making across the organisation.

Duties will include:

• Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of annual budgets, strategic plans, and forecasts
• Producing and analysing financial forecasts and variance reports with detailed commentary
• Creating dashboards and regular reporting packs for senior leadership
• Analysing performance metrics and financial trends to provide data-driven recommendations
• Collaborating with department heads to support decision-making and identify efficiencies
• Developing financial models for capital projects and scenario planning
• Supporting cost control and identifying opportunities for operational improvements
• Conducting ad hoc financial analysis as required by leadership
• Contributing to process improvement across FP&A tools and systems

About the Successful Applicant

You will hold a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field, with at least 4 years of experience in FP&A or financial analysis. Strong Excel and financial modelling skills are essential, along with experience using ERP systems and BI tools such as Power BI. You’ll be commercially minded, analytically strong, and comfortable communicating insights across functions.

What You Will Receive in Return

You’ll join an international business that values continuous improvement and professional development. Expect hybrid working, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the chance to influence strategy through insightful analysis. The business offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and a collaborative working culture.