Financial Planning Analyst (FP&A) / Bury / Permanent - up to £40k DOE / Hybrid We are looking for a highly motivated Financial Planning Analyst to join a thriving business in the Bury area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone currently operating at Junior FP&A level or an Assistant Accountant / Senior Accounts Assistant who is eager to make the move into an FP&A focused role. The successful candidate will play a key part in the forecasting process and will provide financial analysis to support business decisions. You’ll need a good foundation in technical accounting, an understanding of double entry, and an appreciation of how the P&L and Balance Sheet contribute to the broader financial picture. This is a developmental role, working with mentors who will invest in you, and is therefore ideal for someone looking to grow within FP&A and take on increasing responsibility as the business evolves post-acquisition. You’ll be working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment with great exposure to senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: * Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly forecasts * Assist in the creation of budget templates and financial models (training can be provided) * Perform analysis and provide insight on key drivers of performance * Collaborate with operational teams to understand and challenge business inputs * Help improve forecasting accuracy, assisting with process enhancements and better data use * Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives within the finance function * Present findings and reports to finance and non-finance stakeholders Candidate Requirements: * Currently working as an Assistant Accountant or in a similar role * Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail * Strong understanding of double entry and core accounting principles * Advanced Excel skills (e.g. PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, IFs, SUMIFS); financial modelling experience is a plus, as is Power BI, but not essential as training and development will be provided * Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders across all levels * Enthusiastic and proactive approach with a strong desire to develop within FP&A * Part-qualified or actively studying towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA (study support provided) * Manufacturing sector exposure would be advantageous Benefits: * Excellent career development opportunity in FP&A * Study support for ACCA/CIMA/ACA * Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) * A collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement * Exposure to a dynamic, growing business with a positive welcoming culture