Fp&a analyst

FP&A Analyst

Crawley / Hybrid working

Up to £70,000+ benefits

Grafton Banks Finance is working with a PE backed business, based in Crawley, to recruit a new FP&A Analyst role.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business in an expanding sector. To further strengthen the business and team, the company is now looking to appoint an FP&A Analyst reporting to the CFO to support the business as it grows.

We are looking for one of two profiles for this role. Either an ACA making their first move into industry from a Top 10 Accounting Firm who has corporate finance or transaction services experience and advanced financial analysis skills, or a recently qualified accountant already working in an FP&A role.

In both cases applicants will need to be skilled in financial modelling.

The role will suit someone with energy and drive to learn and progress their career under a leading CFO.

Key tasks:

• To have full ownership of the strategic planning forecasting model.
• To own and run the annual budgeting process alongside the CFO.
• Ownership of model development and accuracy.
• Ensure model is sufficiently dynamic to allow for scenario planning.
• Ensure historic monthly Actual figures are accurately updated.
• Support the execution of inorganic growth strategies (incl M&A and new site expansion).
• Work with the CFO to evaluate new opportunities.
• Manage internal work streams during M&A processes.
• Contribute to the improvement of the quality of reporting within the organisation.
• Assess and improve the use of targeted KPIs.
• Lead the enhancement of the forecasting accuracy and processes.

Confident communication skills and a proactive attitude will be essential for success in this role.

The role offers hybrid working with 3 days expected in the offices. Salary for the role is up to £70,000 + 10% bonus, Private Healthcare, and 27 days + bank holidays.