FP&A Analyst - High Growth Market Leading UK Business

Page Personnel; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized consultancy is looking for an FP&A Lead based in Glasgow. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis to enhance financial performance for a leading business in the industrial and manufacturing sector. The successful candidate will have expertise in financial planning and analysis, supported by strong analytical skills and effective communication. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000, alongside career development opportunities.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Career development and progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong knowledge of finance business partnering practices.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets.
• Evaluate company and market data to identify trends.
• Support the acquisition process with financial models.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Finance business partnering

Effective communication

Education

Relevant professional qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

Financial reporting tools

Job description

FP&A Lead

Market Leading High Growth UK Wide Business

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established Glasgow based organisation within the industrial and manufacturing sector. The company is recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality products and services.

Job Description

The successful candidate will likely have the following responsibilities : Budgeting and Forecasting

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with business strategic objectives.
• Analyse variances between actual results and budget / forecast, providing recommendations for corrective actions.
• Support scenario planning to evaluate potential financial outcomes under different business conditions.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support long-term strategic planning.

Strategic Analysis

• Evaluate company and market data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, delivering insights to senior management.
• Conduct detailed financial modelling and analysis to support new business opportunities and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to assess margin-enhancing opportunities and develop actionable recommendations.

M&A

• Assist in assessing the financial forecasts of acquisition targets
• Create flexible financial models to support the acquisition process
• Assist in post-acquisition performance tracking, measuring the financial success of the business, and identifying commercial risks and areas for improvement.

Performance Reporting and KPI Monitoring

• Work closely with the Reporting Management team who produce financial management accounts, to support with analysis of financial and operational metrics.
• Develop and seek opportunities to automate monthly reporting and information analysis process, to ensure business data is exit-ready.
• Develop dashboards and visualisations to provide real-time performance insights to decision-makers.
• Drive continuous improvement of FP&A tools and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

The Successful Applicant

A successful FP&A Analyst should have :

• Proven exp in financial planning and analysis within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong knowledge of finance business partnering practices.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and reporting tools.
• Relevant professional qualification in accounting or finance.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

What's on Offer

This role offers a highly competitive package up to £65,000 DOE plus benefits, career development and progression.