FP&A Analyst

Michael Page; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Performance-based bonus

Permanent contract

Job summary

Michael Page are supporting a well established business in Leicester in their search for an FP&A Analyst. Based in Leicester with hybrid working, you’ll help manage and analyse financial data to support business decisions.

This role focuses on financial modelling, forecasting and providing actionable insights to stakeholders, collaborating with other departments to interpret information. It is a permanent position with a salary of £45,000–£50,000 and a performance-based bonus.

Qualifications

• Strong background in accounting or finance.
• Proficient in financial forecasting and analysis.
• Experience using Power BI and Excel for reporting.
• Relevant finance/accounting qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports and forecasts.
• Analyse financial data to provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Support budgeting and long-term planning processes.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather and interpret financial information.
• Monitor key performance indicators and highlight trends or concerns.
• Assist in developing financial models to support strategic decisions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Forecasting techniques

Problem solving

Education

Finance/accounting qualification

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Michael Page are delighted to be supporting a well established business in Leicester in their search for an FP&A Analyst.

As an FP&A Analyst in Leicester, you'll play a key role in our client's team by helping to manage and analyse financial data to support business decisions.

This role is all about ensuring the numbers add up and providing insights that help the company move forward.

Client Details

Our client is looking to hire a commercially minded and highly analytical FP&A Analyst on a permanent basis in Leicester.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our client and for someone to combine finance and data to improve the way in which our client's internal stakeholders understand and use financial information.

For the successful FP&A Analyst you will have a strong focus on financial modelling and Power BI.

This role would suit someone who is an experienced analyst who is looking to further their career within a growing organisation.

Description

• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports and forecasts.
• Analyse financial data to provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Support budgeting and long-term planning processes.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather and interpret financial information.
• Monitor key performance indicators and highlight trends or concerns.
• Assist in developing financial models to support strategic decisions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within financial reporting.

Profile

• A strong background in accounting or finance.
• Able to commute to our client's office in Leicester.
• Previous experience in an FP&A (budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities).
• Strong Excel skills and Power BI experience.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and forecasting techniques.
• Experience with financial reporting tools and software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
• A proactive approach to identifying areas for improvement.
• A relevant qualification in finance or accounting.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Performance based bonus.
• Permanent contract offering stability and growth potential