FP&A Analyst - Private equity backed business with hybrid & flexible working.

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic FP&A Analyst to join their growing team. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial reporting and analysis while collaborating with operational leaders to drive accountability and performance. With a strong focus on internal promotion and a commitment to employee development, this company provides a fantastic culture and flexible working environment. If you're passionate about financial analysis and eager to contribute to a thriving business, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in FP&A or Commercial Analysis.
• Part-qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred.
• Strong Excel skills for large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end reporting and analysis for operational leaders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to track financial performance.
• Manage the budgeting process aligned with company strategy.

Skills

FP&A

Commercial Analysis

Management Accounts

Excel

Financial Modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash Flow

Communication Skills

Education

Part-qualified ACA

Part-qualified ACCA

Part-qualified CIMA

Job description

FP&A Analyst - Private equity backed business with hybrid & flexible working., Bolton

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Job Details

• Client: Page Personnel
• Location: Bolton
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 37ec93f99d7f
• Job Views: 5
• Posted: 05.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

Our client is a brilliant, private equity backed business with a fantastic culture, excellent hybrid/flexible working policy, and great benefits. The company is committed to internal promotion and is experiencing significant growth through organic means and mergers & acquisitions.

Responsibilities

Financial Performance

• Lead month-end reporting and analysis for operational leaders, delivering accurate financial results promptly.
• Analyze monthly financial results prepared by the accounting team, highlighting key variances.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and track financial performance, ensuring accountability for budget targets.
• Report on financial KPIs, highlighting trends to support decision-making.
• Communicate performance objectively, challenging budget holders and fostering accountability.
• Manage the month-end query tracker, ensuring prompt responses to site leaders.
• Review and improve reporting processes within the FP&A and wider Finance teams.
• Work with Business Intelligence to automate and distribute financial results and scorecards.

Budget and Forecasting

• Lead the budgeting process, ensuring alignment with company strategy and timelines.
• Support Finance Business Partners in budgeting activities across the Group.
• Maintain consistent financial models for budgets and forecasts, including KPIs.
• Assist in implementing system-driven automation for reporting and forecasting.
• Build relationships with senior leaders and operational teams.
• Respond to queries on behalf of the finance team.
• Provide financial training and guidance to operational leaders.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in FP&A, Commercial Analysis, or Management Accounts.
• Part-qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in handling large datasets in Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of financial modeling, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.

Offer

• Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
• Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office