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Ideal for a Recent Graduate Taking the Next Step
Location: Head Office Newton-le-Willows (Hybrid: 12 days office-based per week)
Business Area: Group Finance
Reporting To: Group Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a recent finance graduate ready to take the next step in your career? Or do you already have a years experience in industry and want to build on it? This FP&A Assistant role offers the perfect opportunity to gain wide-ranging exposure within a fast-paced and dynamic finance team. Youll work closely with senior stakeholders and play a hands-on role in financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and more.
About The Role
Reporting to the Group Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, youll support the production of financial insights and reporting across the Group. This includes broker and competitor analysis, board reporting, budgeting, and partnering with other finance functions such as the P&L and Tax teams. You'll be directly involved in month-end processes, audit preparation, and strategic projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in preparing management accounts and monthly Executive/PLC board reports
* Support the maintenance of the BPC reporting suite, including liaising with consultants
* Analyse external broker reports and competitor financials
* Contribute to the annual budgeting cycle with robust analysis
* Help coordinate half-year and year-end results, including audits and presentations
* Collaborate with the P&L team on the month-end close
* Provide ad hoc tax reporting support to the Group Tax & Treasury Manager
* Take on other finance projects as directed by the Group Financial Controller
What Were Looking For
* A finance-related degree (minimum 2:2), or 1+ years relevant industry experience
* Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* A proactive and self-motivated attitude
* Excellent attention to detail
* Interest in pursuing a professional qualification such as ACA or ACCA
* A problem-solver with sound judgement and innovative thinking
Key Stakeholders
Internal
* Group FP&A Manager and Head of Reporting & Analysis
* P&L team
* Group Tax & Treasury Manager
* Wider finance team and other graduates
External
* BPC Consultant
* External auditors
Additional Information
This hybrid role requires 12 days per week in the office. More frequent office presence may be needed initially during onboarding and training. Flexibility around working hours may also be needed during peak reporting periods.
What We Offer
* 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Life assurance and pension scheme
* Subsidised canteen
* 95% staff discount across the Speedy brand
* Comprehensive training and career development
* Voluntary Health Cash Plan
* Access to My Staff Shop for retail discounts
* Cycle-to-work scheme via the Green Commute Initiative
* Access to the PAM Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Flexible working options via our Work Life Balance initiative
* Career Line of Sight programme for clear progression
Speedy is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may be subject to DBS, credit, or security checks.
Learn More About Our ESG And Inclusion Policies
https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance
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