Junior FP&A Analyst

Michael Page; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Junior FP&A Analyst to support financial planning and analysis activities. The role involves collaborating with finance teams, preparing financial reports, and providing insights on variances. Candidates should have a degree in Finance and Accounting, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication skills. This permanent role offers a competitive salary within a supportive working environment.

Benefits

A competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Finance and Accounting.
• Part-Qualified Accountant desirable but not essential.
• Analytical with financial technical expertise.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with regional finance teams to consolidate financial data.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and forecasts.
• Support budgeting and planning processes across business units.
• Analyse variances between actuals, budget, and forecasts.
• Create monthly results presentations for leadership review.

Skills

Analytical

Strong Excel skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive

Education

Degree in Finance and Accounting

Part-Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA, AAT)

Job description

We are seeking a Junior FP&A Analyst to join a growing team. This role involves supporting financial planning and analysis activities to drive informed decision‑making and business growth.

Client Details

The company is known for its innovative solutions and commitment to delivering high‑quality services to its clients.

Description

• Collaborate with regional finance teams to consolidate global financial data
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts
• Support budgeting and long‑range planning processes across business units
• Analyse variances between actuals, budget and forecasts, providing insights and commentary
• Create and compile monthly results presentations for leadership review
• Coordinating and tracking of KPIs across business units
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across reporting systems
• Support ad hoc analysis requests
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities

Qualifications

A successful Junior FP&A Analyst should have:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Finance and Accounting.
• Part‑Qualified Accountant desirable but not essential. CIMA, ACA, ACCA, AAT
• Analytical with financial technical expertise.
• Strong Excel skills
• Proactive with a drive to deliver solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate work with multiple departments and stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail
• Self‑managing and proactive

Benefits and Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• A permanent role within a supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you are ready to take the next step in your Accounting & Finance career, apply now and join a forward‑thinking team in a thriving industry sector.