Senior Financial Planning Analyst - EMEA

Robert Walters UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer brand based in West London is seeking a driven Senior Financial Analyst to join its finance team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, producing in-depth analysis and reporting. Qualifications include a strong academic record, relevant finance degree, and ACA/CA qualification. The company values inquisitive, proactive individuals and offers supportive progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong academic record and relevant degree.
• Formal finance qualification (e.g., ACA/CA).
• Strong analytical mindset and clearly demonstrable commercial acumen.
• Experience in practice (e.g., ACA/CA) or proven commercial/analytical background.

Responsibilities

• Produce ongoing in depth analysis of commercial and strategic performance.
• Review budgeting and forecasting.
• Conduct analytical reviews focused on volumes, market, and brand.
• Produce high quality reporting, insights, and financial modelling.
• Provide effective business partnering to non-finance teams.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Commercial acumen

Education

Relevant degree

Formal finance qualification (e.g., ACA/CA)

Job description

Overview

Our client is an instantly recognised, fast growth, cash rich, global consumer brand. As a result of ongoing investment, the business is now seeking a driven and commercially focused Senior Financial Analyst to join its West London based finance function. The role will suit those who absolutely thrive within a fast paced, upbeat, ever changing environment, where no 2 days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce ongoing in depth analysis of commercial and strategic performance
• Review budgeting and forecasting
• Analytical reviews, with a focus on volumes, market and brand
• Produce high quality reporting, insights and financial modelling
• Provide effective business partnering to a range of non-finance teams across the group

Qualifications

• Strong academic record and relevant degree
• Formal finance qualification (e.g., ACA/CA)
• Strong analytical mindset and clearly demonstrable commercial acumen
• Experience in practice (e.g., ACA/CA) or proven commercial/analytical background gained in industry

We are definitely open to those applying from all sector backgrounds – the right mindset, inquisitive and proactive, driven approach is far more critical.

The business is renowned for being supportive and encouraging internal progression, often on a fast track basis.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.