Job Description
Reed Finance are currently assisting an established client in the Crawley area who are seeking an FP&A Analyst to join their team on and initial 1-year fixed-term contract to cover maternity. Reporting to the Head of FP&A this role is integral to supporting the ongoing success of our FP&A function, focusing on improving our reporting, analytical, and forecasting capabilities to enhance business performance.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Develop, enhance, and produce combined periodic KPI, cost, and revenue reports.
* Business partnering with key stakeholders to explain financials and guide informed decision-making.
* Collate and analyse statistical data to provide insights into business performance, influencing budget and forecast modelling.
* Analyse and explain the performance of specific business units.
* Manage annual budget setting and conduct monthly variance analysis.
* Conduct always-on forecasting, highlighting risks and opportunities for the business.
* Support business case development for new initiatives as needed.
* Perform any other ad hoc duties as requested by the Head of FP&A or Senior Management.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Full/Part qualified CIMA or ACCA.
* Strong system skills, including advanced Excel, with the ability to design and implement Excel tools.
* Understanding of Power BI or similar BI package is desirable.
* Experience with Oracle Financials is advantageous but not essential.
* A self-starter with strong initiative and a passion for continuous improvement.
* Proactive in seeking value-adding opportunities with the ability to prioritise these tasks.
* Skilled communicator capable of developing effective interpersonal relationships.
* High levels of honesty, integrity, and an inquisitive mind with problem-solving capability and excellent attention to detail.
An exciting opportunity so don’t delay apply now!