FP&A Analyst

Investigo; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK seeks a FP&A Analyst in High Wycombe. In this key role, you'll provide commercial analysis to enhance decision-making around trading, stock management, and growth initiatives. Responsibilities include financial planning, reporting, and ad-hoc analysis. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years' experience and strong Excel skills. The position offers opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in a commercial, finance, buying, or merchandising role.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel (pivot tables, vlookups etc.).
• Good communicator with the ability to influence and build strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Producing and reviewing weekly and monthly trading performance reports.
• Supporting budgets, forecasts, and financial planning cycles across key categories.
• Providing ad-hoc analysis and modelling for promotions, projects, and business cases.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Communication

Power BI

Education

Part-qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Role: FP&A Analyst

Location: High Wycombe

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum

In this role, you'll be the go-to person for commercial analysis- helping teams make smarter decisions on trading performance, stock management, and growth initiatives. You'll be involved in everything from financial planning and forecasting through to ad-hoc analysis and dashboard development.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing and reviewing weekly and monthly trading performance reports.
• Supporting budgets, forecasts, and financial planning cycles across key categories.
• Providing ad-hoc analysis and modelling for promotions, projects, and business cases.
• Partnering with Buying & Merchandising teams to improve reporting and data tools.
• Acting as a trusted advisor- challenging assumptions, spotting risks, and identifying opportunities.
• Helping develop Power BI dashboards to bring data to life for stakeholders.
• Driving improvements in systems, processes, and reporting capability.

Key Attributes

• 1-3 years' experience in a commercial, finance, buying, or merchandising role.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel (pivot tables, vlookups etc.).
• Good communicator with the ability to influence and build strong relationships.
• Experience with Power BI and dashboard building would be a big plus.
• Part-qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA (or working towards).

This is a brilliant chance to grow your career in a dynamic, forward-thinking business where you'll gain exposure to senior leaders, influence key decisions, and continue developing your technical and commercial skills.