Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist
Overview
Translate business and functional plans into robust, insightful financial forecasts, plans, and analysis, with a strong emphasis on cash flow, working capital performance, and financial rigour, to support delivery of business objectives in line with internal governance and external regulatory requirements.
Location
Commutable distance to London / Winchester
What’s in it for you
1. Up to £78,000
2. 10% bonus
3. Work Life Smarter – our commitment to a flexible and hybrid working culture
4. Generous pension scheme starting at 6% rising to 10%
5. A unique wellbeing programme that looks after the whole you
6. Access to multiple learning platforms to support your individual development
7. Active and diverse networks that build community, support wellbeing and advocate for change
8. A comprehensive set of benefits including discounts on big brands, gymflex memberships and paid volunteering leave - see our full list of benefits .
Plus, you’ll play an integral role in protecting the commercial value of Arqiva’s sites - a critical part of how we deliver for our customers.
Key Accountabilities
9. Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of financial forecasting, planning, and analysis frameworks, processes, and systems to embed best-in-class FP&A practices across the organisation
10. Translate business and functional plans into integrated financial forecasts, ensuring outputs are accurate, timely, and aligned with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
11. Develop and own detailed financial models covering revenue, OPEX, CAPEX, Cost of Sales (CoS), cash flow, and working capital, providing full transparency of drivers and assumptions
12. Take a proactive role in cash flow forecasting and working capital management, including analysis of trends, risks, and opportunities to optimise liquidity and financial performance
13. Provide high-quality financial insight and challenge to commercial and operational stakeholders, strengthening decision-making and ensuring financial implications are clearly understood
14. Support commercial planning by providing robust financial input, ensuring risks are identified early and mitigation actions are built into forecasts
15. Partner with the Director of Business Finance and senior stakeholders to analyse performance against plan, identifying variances, risks, and opportunities
16. Actively manage financial risks, particularly around cash, cost control, and forecast accuracy, recommending and driving mitigation strategies
17. Drive continuous improvement in FP&A capabilities, with a focus on enhancing forecasting accuracy, strengthening cash and working capital visibility, and embedding financial discipline across functions
Skills & Capabilities
18. Strong grounding in accounting principles and financial controls
19. Deep expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting, with a clear FP&A mindset
20. Advanced capability in cash flow modelling and working capital analysis
21. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insight
22. High proficiency in financial systems, data, and reporting tools
23. Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and governance frameworks
24. Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders effectively
Knowledge & Experience
25. Significant, hands-on FP&A experience in a large, complex, B2B organisation, with clear ownership of forecasting and planning cycles
26. Proven track record of translating business strategy into integrated financial plans, including cash flow and working capital forecasting
27. Demonstrable experience in building and improving financial models and FP&A frameworks
28. Strong experience in cash flow management, liquidity planning, and working capital optimisation
29. Experience partnering with senior stakeholders to drive performance, challenge assumptions, and improve financial outcomes
30. Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to link operational drivers to financial performance
Qualifications
31. Fully qualified (or equivalent experience) in a recognised accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent is preferred
Why Arqiva:
We enable a switched-on world to flow. As the UK’s leader in TV and radio broadcast and the country’s top smart utilities platform, we are shaping the future of connectivity.
Our infrastructure delivers media and data exactly where they’re needed - whether that’s bringing TV and radio to your home or sending smart meter data to your utility provider. Our technology works quietly behind the scenes, connecting millions every day.
But it’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it. At Arqiva, you’ll find real connection: supportive teams, active colleague networks and plenty of ways to get involved and feel part of our community. We’ll give you the space and support to grow - whether that’s developing your skills, trying something new or taking on fresh challenges. And because there is more to life than work, our rewards and benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, your lifestyle and what matters most to you.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Arqiva, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we work hard to remove barriers so every colleague can thrive. If you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to
If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you!
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