FP&A Analyst
Responsible to:
Group FP&A Manager
Department:
Group Finance
Location:
JD Sports Fashion PLC, Edinburgh House, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR
Role Overview:
This is an opportunity for a qualified accountant to join the Group finance team in a fast-paced FTSE 100 PLC.
* We are looking to recruit an experienced FP&A Analyst to join the Group Financial Planning & Analysis team.
* Reporting to the Group FP&A Manager - the role will assist the team with the production of annual budgeting, rolling Group forecasts and the Group’s five-year business plan; together with weekly and ad hoc analysis and reporting to support senior management decision making.
* We are ideally looking for an individual who has previous FP&A experience, preferably from a retail background.
* You will have a proactive friendly approach & critical mindset.
* You will have the ability to work independently, to challenge, and build trusted working relationships with colleagues across the team and the wider business.
What does the job involve?
* Assist with the preparation of the Group budget and reforecasting process, collaborating and Business Partnering with business segments across JD Group globally.
* Support the Group’s annual business planning process and the development and evolution of the five-year business plan.
* Support in the production of Monthly Flash and Month End Reporting analysis and commentary.
* Draft reports to the Board and senior management.
* Communicate with departmental teams on financial matters, such as KPIs and MI.
* Proactive ad hoc analysis to support decision making across the business, producing reports and projections based on the appropriate analysis conducted, including relevant commentary.
* Develop simple financial models that address complex issues, handling large data sets & drawing out insightful high-quality reporting.
What You'll Bring
* Qualified accountant with commercial finance experience, ideally in a retail or FMCG environment.
* A ‘can do attitude’ with the ability to work with people across different departments and at all levels within the business.
* Business planning and forecasting experience.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint at an advanced level).
* Strong mathematical, financial analysis and critical thinking skills.
* Strong financial modelling skills.
* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
* Awareness of macroeconomic variables and how they impact business performance.
* Ability to simplify the complex.
* IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) knowledge desirable but not essential.