Group FP&A Analyst

Synthomer; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Synthomer is seeking a Group FP&A Analyst to join our Group Finance team at the London Global Headquarters. You will partner with senior leaders to deliver budgeting, forecasting and insightful performance analysis that shapes our financial strategy and informs Board discussions.

Based in London, the role requires close collaboration with the Head of Group FP&A and CFO, with a mix of in-office collaboration and strategic analysis across divisions.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification.
• Experience within FP&A, Commercial Finance, Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Audit or a similar analytical finance role.
• Strong financial modelling and forecasting capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills and excellent PowerPoint presentation skills.
• The ability to translate complex financial information into concise, actionable insights.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a naturally inquisitive approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting annual budgeting, forecasting and long-term strategic planning processes.
• Analysing performance across multiple business divisions, identifying trends, opportunities and risks.
• Partnering with finance leaders and budget owners to challenge assumptions and improve decision-making.
• Delivering meaningful commentary and reporting for senior leadership teams.
• Providing analysis and insight for Board presentations, Executive reviews and investor reporting.
• Identifying efficiency opportunities and supporting cost optimisation initiatives.
• Leveraging advanced analytics, automation and AI tools to enhance reporting and planning processes.
• Contributing to finance transformation and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Financial modelling

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Communication

Education

ACCA / ACA / CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Synthomer is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialised polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection – growing markets that serve billions of end users worldwide. Headquartered in London, UK and publicly listed there since 1971, we employ c.3,900 employees across our 5 innovation centres of excellence and more than 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and Asia. Around 20% of our sales volumes are from new and patent protected products.

At our innovation centres of excellence in the UK, Germany, China, Malaysia and Ohio, USA we collaborate closely with our customers to develop new products and enhance existing ones tailored to their needs, with an increasing range of sustainability benefits. Since 2021, we have been proud holders of the London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark, which recognises green technology businesses making a significant contribution to a more sustainable, low‑carbon economy.

We’re looking for a Group FP&A Analyst to join our Group Finance team at our global headquarters in Victoria, London. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, providing the analysis, reporting and insight that helps shape the future direction of the business. Working alongside the Head of Group FP&A, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Executive Committee, CFO and Board through high‑quality financial planning, forecasting and performance analysis.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a trusted finance partner, you’ll help deliver the insights that drive business performance and strategic decision‑making across the Group.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting annual budgeting, forecasting and long‑term strategic planning processes
• Analysing performance across multiple business divisions, identifying trends, opportunities and risks
• Partnering with finance leaders and budget owners to challenge assumptions and improve decision‑making
• Delivering meaningful commentary and reporting for senior leadership teams
• Providing analysis and insight for Board presentations, Executive reviews and investor reporting
• Identifying efficiency opportunities and supporting cost optimisation initiatives
• Leveraging advanced analytics, automation and AI tools to enhance reporting and planning processes
• Contributing to finance transformation and continuous improvement projects

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a qualified finance professional with a strong analytical mindset and the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders.

You’ll bring:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification
• Experience within FP&A, Commercial Finance, Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Audit or a similar analytical finance role
• Strong financial modelling and forecasting capabilities
• Advanced Excel skills and excellent PowerPoint presentation skills
• The ability to translate complex financial information into concise, actionable insights
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and a naturally inquisitive approach

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to gain exposure to senior leadership and play a meaningful role in shaping the financial strategy of a global organisation. You’ll work on high‑profile projects, influence key business decisions, and contribute to the continued evolution of a forward‑thinking finance function. If you’re looking for a role that combines strategic finance, commercial insight and genuine visibility, we’d love to hear from you.

This position is based at our London Global Headquarters, with an expectation of at least four days per week in the office to support collaboration and engagement with the wider team.