Hybrid Finance Planning & Insights Lead

Co-op; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retail organization is seeking a Lead Finance Planning & Reporting Analyst to join their Central FPAR team in Manchester. This hybrid role requires collaboration on financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting. The ideal candidate will have an accountancy qualification and experience in a financial reporting team. Additional skills in analytical methods and strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Excel and SAP Group Reporting, are essential. Competitive benefits and inclusive culture offered.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on performance

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Access to subsidised onsite gym

30% discount on Co-op products

Early access to pay via Stream

Virtual healthcare benefits

24/7 colleague support service

Training for career development

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Accountancy qualification or working towards one.
• Experience in an analysis or financial reporting team.
• Understanding of analytical methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business units on analysis, reporting, forecasts.
• Take ownership of variance analysis across groups.
• Develop data models and dashboards for insights.

Skills

Analytical methods

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Accountancy qualification (e.g., ACA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP Group Reporting

Job description

A leading UK retail organization is seeking a Lead Finance Planning & Reporting Analyst to join their Central FPAR team in Manchester. This hybrid role requires collaboration on financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting. The ideal candidate will have an accountancy qualification and experience in a financial reporting team. Additional skills in analytical methods and strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Excel and SAP Group Reporting, are essential. Competitive benefits and inclusive culture offered.