FP&A Accountant: Strategic Budgeting & Forecasting

South Devon College; Paignton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

South Devon College is seeking a strategic FP&A Accountant in Paignton to lead income management, financial planning and business partnering. You will work with senior leaders, budget holders and the MIS team to provide robust forecasting and insightful financial analysis.

The role requires AAT Level 4, GCSEs, advanced Excel (financial modelling, Pivot Tables, Power Query) and experience in budgeting and reporting.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 and GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/Level 4 or above) are required.
• Advanced Excel skills including financial modelling, Pivot Tables and Power Query.
• Experience producing budgets, forecasts and financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop income management, financial planning and business partnering functions.
• Provide expert financial insight, robust forecasting and performance analysis for informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, budget holders and MIS team to support sustainability.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Budgeting

Data interpretation

Education

AAT Level 4

GCSE English and Maths (C/4+)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot Tables

Power Query

Financial modelling

Job description

South Devon College is seeking a strategic FP&A Accountant in Paignton to lead income management, financial planning and business partnering. You will work with senior leaders, budget holders and the MIS team to provide robust forecasting and insightful financial analysis.

The role requires AAT Level 4, GCSEs, advanced Excel (financial modelling, Pivot Tables, Power Query) and experience in budgeting and reporting.