Senior FP&A Analyst

Frazer-Nash Consultancy; Irlam; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive salary

25 days holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Professional development support

Life Assurance

Job summary

Frazer-Nash Consultancy is recruiting a Senior FP&A Analyst to lead financial planning and analysis for defence sector programmes. The role is based in Bristol with flexible hybrid working and requires CA qualification plus SSRO-regulations awareness.

Responsibilities include managing complex contract financials, reporting, costing and pricing, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the business. AAT-qualified candidates will be considered with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with strong financial reporting and commercial experience.
• Experience preparing financial reports, management information, statutory submissions or other compliance documentation.
• Ability to understand cost principles, contract pricing methodologies and audit procedures.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with senior stakeholders and external organisations.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial management and reporting activities across complex contracts or projects.
• Prepare, review and submit statutory reports, management information or compliance documentation.
• Interpret financial regulations and advise business stakeholders on application.
• Support contract teams with costing, pricing models, financial analysis and risk management activities.
• Deliver financial guidance and training to finance and non-finance teams.

Skills

Chartered Accountant

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Audits & regulatory compliance

Costing & pricing models

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

AAT-qualified considered with experience

Job description

Senior FP&A Analyst

Salary: £52,000 - £62,000

Location: Bristol, with flexible hybrid working arrangements. We welcome applications from candidates across the UK.

Closing date: 30th September 2026

We are seeking a highly skilled Chartered Accountant to join our team as an FP&A Analyst. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to develop specialist knowledge in Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) regulations while supporting critical defense sector programmes and contributing to wider FP&A activities across the Defense business.

Previous SSRO experience is desirable but not essential. We will provide training and support to help you develop your expertise in this specialist area. The selected candidate will bring sound financial and commercial judgment, the ability to build effective working relationships, offer clear advice, and support regulatory compliance across a range of defense contracts.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have a Strong Financial Management And Business Partnering Background, With Experience That Should Include Several Of The Following

• Managing financial management and reporting activities across complex contracts or projects.
• Preparing, reviewing and submitting statutory reports, management information or compliance documentation.
• Interpreting financial regulations, policies and guidance and advising business stakeholders on their application.
• Acting as a key point of contact during audits, inspections or compliance reviews.
• Developing and maintaining financial controls, policies and governance processes.
• Supporting contract teams with costing, pricing models, financial analysis and risk management activities.
• Delivering financial guidance and training to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Supporting forecasting, budgeting and business performance reporting.
• Providing commercial insight to support business planning and decision-making.
• Monitoring regulatory developments and implementing changes within business processes.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). AAT-qualified candidates with relevant experience will also be considered.
• Solid finance, accounting or commercial experience, alongside a willingness to develop knowledge in SSRO regulations and compliance.
• Experience preparing financial reports, management information, statutory submissions or other compliance documentation.
• Ability to understand and apply cost principles, contract pricing methodologies and audit procedures.
• Demonstrated skill in analyzing complex financial information and applying relevant regulatory guidance.
• Experience managing relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leaders and external organisations.
• High attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy and compliance.
• Highly effective communication skills, both spoken and in writing.
• Desirable Requirements
• Familiarity with SSRO regulations, defence contracting or regulated pricing environments.
• Experience working within the defence sector.
• Experience presenting to or negotiating with government procurement organisations or regulatory bodies.
• Knowledge of cost models, pricing methodologies or contract compliance frameworks.
• Project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to non-financial audiences.
• A self-directed approach to learning and ongoing professional development.

Due to the nature of the work that Frazer-Nash Consultancy undertake, candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening and must be able to satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.

Benefits

• Happy To Talk Flexible Working
• Competitive salary
• 25 days' holiday entitlement
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Targeted professional development
• Life Assurance
• Private healthcare membership
• Bonus scheme linked into company performance
• Paid membership fees to a professional institution
• Support in attaining professional membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Share purchase scheme
• Season rail ticket loan