Trainee FP&A Analyst

Sharp Consultancy; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Doncaster is looking for an ambitious individual to kickstart their career in FP&A. This role provides exposure to financial planning, working closely with the Head of FP&A. Ideal candidates are pursuing ACCA or CIMA, with strong communication and analytical skills. The position offers comprehensive support for professional development, insights into commercial finance, and a collaborative culture. Join a rapidly expanding business and make a tangible impact!

Benefits

CIMA or ACCA Study Support

Free parking

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Birthday day off

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards ACCA or CIMA with a clear ambition to progress in finance.
• Experience in FP&A is advantageous, but enthusiasm to learn is most important.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for reviewing and optimising pricing structures.
• Maintain CRM systems with actual financial results.
• Assist in creating and managing accurate monthly sales forecasts.
• Provide weekly reports to internal teams and the international parent company.
• Identify opportunities for automation in financial processes.
• Work closely with Commercial and Customer Service teams to provide financial support.
• Contribute to the development of the company’s budgets.
• Analyse financial data to uncover trends and areas for improvement.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports.
• Update and work with global BI tools.
• Take on a variety of financial tasks as needed.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Currently studying towards ACCA or CIMA

Tools

Business Intelligence tools

Job description

Exciting Opportunity to Kickstart Your Career in FP&A with a Leading Manufacturing Business in Doncaster.

Sharp Consultancy is thrilled to partner with a well-established, fast-growing manufacturing company in Doncaster, seeking an ambitious individual in the early to mid-stages of their studies (ACCA or CIMA). This is a fantastic, hands-on role where you will receive exposure to a more commercial position in financial planning, working closely with the Head of FP&A based abroad.

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain diverse experience and develop your financial skills in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Fee Management: Take responsibility for reviewing and optimising pricing structures to ensure profitability and accuracy.

• CRM & Reporting: Maintain CRM systems with actual financial results, ensuring real-time visibility into performance data.

• Sales Forecasting: Assist in creating and managing accurate monthly sales forecasts, learning to analyse trends and their impact on financial planning.

• Financial Reporting & Stakeholder Communication: Provide weekly reports to internal teams and the international parent company, enhancing your communication and presentation skills.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for automation and streamline financial processes, gaining valuable experience in operational efficiency.

• Business Partnering: Work closely with Commercial and Customer Service teams, providing insightful financial support to help drive decisions.

• Budgeting & Long-Term Financial Planning: Contribute to the development of the company’s budgets and financial forecasts.

• Data Analysis & Insights: Analyse financial data to uncover trends, variances, and areas for improvement.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with departments across the business to collect data for financial analysis.

• Variance Analysis & Reporting: Support the preparation of monthly financial reports, performing variance analysis and contributing to management reporting.

• Business Intelligence Tools: Update and work with global BI tools, helping to shape the company’s financial outlook across international markets.

• Ad-Hoc Projects: Be flexible and take on a variety of financial tasks, allowing you to develop a diverse and valuable skill set in FP&A.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Currently studying towards ACCA or CIMA with a clear ambition to progress in finance.

• Experience in FP&A is advantageous, but enthusiasm to learn is most important.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business.

• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a keen interest in financial analysis and business partnering.

Why Join This Company?

• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly expanding business with a strong focus on long-term stability and success.

• Technology & Innovation: Work in an environment that invests in the latest technology and continuous process improvements.

• Exposure to Commercial Finance: Gain valuable exposure to commercial teams and business partnering, developing skills that will fast-track your career.

• Support for Professional Development: Excellent support for those progressing through ACCA or CIMA, with a focus on continuous learning.

• Collaborative & Innovative Culture: Join a forward-thinking international team that values fresh ideas and encourages ownership and growth.

• Visible Impact: Your contributions will be recognised, offering the chance to make a tangible impact within the company.

Benefits:

• CIMA or ACCA Study Support.

• Enjoy the convenience of free parking at the office.

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.

• Westfield Health Cash Plan.

• Celebrate your birthday in style with the day off.

If you’re passionate about starting your career in FP&A and want to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your finance career with a company that truly invests in your development.