Strategic Finance & Growth Analyst

JC Talent Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JC Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Finance & Strategy Analyst for a high-growth UK insurance group. You will work with the Head of Finance to drive financial planning, modelling and strategic analysis, linking commercial decisions to financial outcomes.

Beyond traditional FP&A, you will engage in acquisitions, investment decisions and growth initiatives, with exposure to senior leadership and the Board.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification or strong equivalent background in finance.
• Experience in FP&A, strategic finance, corporate finance, or transaction services.
• Strong financial modelling with integrated three-statement models, forecasting and scenario analysis.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, commercially relevant insights.
• Excellent Excel skills and understanding of cash flow and performance drivers.

Responsibilities

• Financial modelling and strategic planning – develop and maintain integrated models, five-year plan, scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling.
• FP&A and business performance – support budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis with insights into drivers.
• Commercial and strategic analysis – evaluate opportunities, investments and strategic initiatives.
• M&A and growth – support financial analysis for acquisitions, integration and growth strategy.
• Debt and financing – support covenant calculations, leverage analysis and financing schedules.
• Board reporting – contribute to high-quality financial information for senior leadership and the Board.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial mindset

Stakeholder management

Excel proficiency

Financial interpretation

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

JC Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Finance & Strategy Analyst for a high-growth UK insurance group. You will work with the Head of Finance to drive financial planning, modelling and strategic analysis, linking commercial decisions to financial outcomes.

Beyond traditional FP&A, you will engage in acquisitions, investment decisions and growth initiatives, with exposure to senior leadership and the Board.