Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

ACINRecruit; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to enhance financial decision-making through high-quality analysis and insights. The position offers a hybrid working model and involves preparing detailed performance analysis, consolidating financial results, and collaborating with commercial finance leaders. Candidates should be fully qualified accountants with at least two years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. The role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to a transforming finance function.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in FP&A or a similar analytical finance role.
• Ability to interpret complex financial data and present insights.
• Experience supporting large-scale transformation or change initiatives is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly business performance analysis packs.
• Consolidate financial performance across multiple product lines.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Deliver ad hoc analysis for trading performance reviews.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Confidence engaging with stakeholders

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Location: London / Hybrid (typically 2-3 days in the office)

Salary Range: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Reporting to: Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

Type: Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid (flexible working considered)

Overview

This role sits at the heart of a business undergoing a period of significant transformation, with a strong focus on modernising financial processes and strengthening financial planning and insight. The Senior FP&A Analyst will play a key role in shaping financial decision‑making by providing high‑quality analysis, clear financial narratives, and forward‑looking insights to senior stakeholders. This is an opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to make a tangible impact in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly business performance packs, including detailed analysis and commentary
• Consolidate financial performance across multiple product lines, highlighting key drivers and emerging trends for senior management
• Partner with commercial finance leaders to understand performance, standardise reporting, and ensure consistency across trading teams
• Work closely with financial control to gain transparency into monthly ledger activity, including payroll journals and accruals
• Analyse exceptional spend and ensure accurate allocation to relevant business units and project codes
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long‑term financial plans
• Assist with M&A‑related activity, including monitoring and evaluating post‑acquisition performance
• Deliver ad hoc analysis to support trading performance reviews and identify potential cost‑saving opportunities
• Collaborate closely with other members of the FP&A team to drive continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or a similar analytical finance role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present clear insights
• Confidence engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders
• High attention to detail combined with the ability to step back and assess the bigger picture
• A proactive, ambitious mindset with a strong desire to drive improvement
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, time‑pressure environment
• Desirable but Not Essential:
  • Prior experience within insurance or financial services
  • Exposure to M&A activity or post‑acquisition financial integration
  • Experience supporting large‑scale transformation or change initiatives

About the Company

A well‑established specialist financial services business operating within a regulated market environment. The organisation is known for its collaborative culture, strong technical expertise, and commitment to professional development. Currently investing heavily in people, processes and systems, the business is focused on building a more agile, data‑driven finance function to support its next phase of growth.