Strategic FP&A Analyst for National Programme Pension

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Pension

Job summary

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking a Finance Analyst to join the Financial Strategy Team. You will deliver sophisticated financial modelling, forecasting and investment analysis to support the STEP Programme, partnering with senior leaders to ensure robust planning, governance and value delivery.

You will translate complex data into clear insights, influence funding decisions and provide forward-looking financial commentary for executive audiences across UKFE and the STEP

Qualifications

• A relevant accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or a degree in Finance, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• 2+ years of FP&A, Commercial Finance, or Strategy experience.
• Advanced Excel financial modelling skills.
• Strong analytical, detail‑oriented, proactive problem solving.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with non‑financial stakeholders.
• Interpersonal skills capable of building credibility with IPT leaders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and enhance complex financial models to support strategic decisions.
• Produce integrated forecasts for P&L, balance sheet and cashflow.
• Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.
• Perform investment appraisals (NPV/IRR) for major projects.
• Analyse expenditure, budgets and KPIs to provide actionable insights.
• Support annual budgeting, long-range planning and driver-based forecasting.
• Partner with stakeholders to align budgets with objectives.
• Translate financial information into clear narratives for senior leadership.

Skills

Financial modelling

Excel modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Accounting qualification or Finance/Economics degree

Tools

Unit4

ThinkProject

PowerBI

Job description

United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking a Finance Analyst to join the Financial Strategy Team. You will deliver sophisticated financial modelling, forecasting and investment analysis to support the STEP Programme, partnering with senior leaders to ensure robust planning, governance and value delivery.

You will translate complex data into clear insights, influence funding decisions and provide forward-looking financial commentary for executive audiences across UKFE and the STEP