FP&A Analyst

Axon Moore; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Axon Moore is partnering with a high-growth business to recruit an FP&A Analyst in Manchester. The role focuses on supporting commercial decision making and future growth through robust financial analysis.

The successful candidate will have FP&A experience, advanced Excel skills, and a track record of developing financial models. You will analyze complex data, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Requires prior FP&A experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain robust financial models.
• Analytical, proactive, and able to translate data into insights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support planning and decision-making.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain flexible Excel-based financial models.
• Deliver insightful analysis highlighting trends, risks and drivers for senior leadership.

Skills

FP&A experience

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Analytical mindset

Tools

Excel

Job description

Axon Moore is delighted to be partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business to recruit an FP&A Analyst as part of its ongoing expansion.

With an impressive history of strategic acquisitions alongside consistent organic growth, the business has established itself as a market leader. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, ambitious organisation where the finance function is central to supporting commercial decision making and future growth.

The role is ideally suited to a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have prior FP&A experience, advanced Excel skills, and a proven ability to develop and maintain robust financial models. You will be analytical, proactive, and confident in turning complex financial data into meaningful business insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare consolidated budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support business planning and strategic decision-making.


• Develop, enhance, and maintain robust, flexible Excel-based financial models.


• Deliver insightful financial analysis, identifying key trends, risks, and performance drivers to support senior leadership decision-making.


• Produce and maintain financial dashboards and KPI reporting to monitor business performance.


• Partner closely with divisional finance, business development, and operational teams to understand commercial drivers and their financial impact.


• Perform scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess business risks and opportunities.


• Model cash flow forecasts and analyse working capital movements.


• Identify and implement improvements to FP&A processes, leveraging automation and best practice to increase efficiency.


• Support investor reporting requirements through the preparation of accurate and timely financial information.


• Assist in the ongoing development of the financial consolidation system, creating new reports and enhancing reporting capabilities.