Senior FP&A Analyst

SSE plc; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland is seeking a Senior Analyst for Financial Planning and Analysis. The role supports Offshore Finance in delivering effective capital investment projects, focusing on financial modelling and analysis. Candidates should have an appropriate accounting qualification and experience in financial systems. The company promotes a flexible working environment and offers robust benefits, contributing to a sustainable energy future.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Wellbeing benefits

Interest-free loans

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Appropriate accounting qualification is essential.
• Understanding of financial systems and data management is advantageous.
• Experience with capital projects and foreign currency is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and review month end and year to date results for Offshore capital projects.
• Lead monthly cash flow forecast preparation and reporting.
• Support the annual budget process and regular forecasting cycles.

Skills

Financial modelling

Advanced Excel

PowerBI

Cash flow modelling

Relationship building

Education

ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or CIPFA

Job description

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen and Inverness

Salary: £42,600 - £55,000 + Performance related bonus+ a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time Flexible First options available

About the role

SSEN Transmission is at the heart of the transition to net zero in the UK. Over the next decade, we are poised to deliver the largest investment package Scotland's electricity system has ever seen, with a projected investment programme exceeding £20bn. This pivotal role is central to ensuring that our ambitious capital investment programme is delivered efficiently, with robust financial and strategic support to project teams.

As the Senior Analyst - Financial Planning and Analysis, you will support Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) activities within the Offshore Finance team in our Transmission business at a critical time of growth in the industry to aid net zero targets, reporting to the Senior FP&A Manager.

You will:

• Analyse and review month end and year to date results as well as long‑term forecasts for Offshore capital projects, working with the wider project teams to understand variances and ensure that forecasts align with SSE and SSEN Transmission's broader strategy.
• Play a leading role in the monthly cash flow forecast preparation and reporting for Offshore capital projects, working with the wider project teams and Treasury to ensure that cash flow forecasts are reliable, highlighting any risks and opportunities.
• Provide support in the annual budget process, as well as at regular forecasting cycles, working with stakeholders to ensure we report an accurate, efficient and complete forecast.
• Be responsible for providing meaningful and insightful analysis into monthly reporting packs.
• Work closely with Finance Business Partners over a wide range of data provision and modelling as required for board papers, regulatory submissions, financing arrangements, hedge tracking/reporting and other ad‑hoc requests from Project or Finance teams.
• Establish and maintain a working relationship across the wider team to support information sharing to improve reporting.

You will have:

• Appropriate accounting qualification (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or CIPFA) in an equivalent role (part‑qualified would be considered).
• Understanding of financial systems and data management would be highly advantageous i.e. advanced Excel and PowerBI experience.
• Financial modelling experience is essential.
• Experience with capital projects, cash flow modelling and working with foreign currency is desirable.
• Ability to work to tight timescales, under pressure and deliver to a high standard with a pro‑active attitude and uses initiative to develop financial models and outputs.
• The ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders in the business and within the finance function, with experience of leading on working in high value cross‑functional projects.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Our Finance teams create value for all SSE business areas and play a key role in fulfilling our obligations as a FTSE100 UK‑listed company. In a highly regulated and competitive environment, their experts keep us powering ahead by identifying efficiencies, providing advice and optimising our financial strategies.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.