FP&A Analyst

On behalf of our client, a well-known manufacturing group, we are seeking a skilled FP&A Analyst. This role is suited to an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA-qualified professional with a background in audit or industry, specifically in manufacturing, who have a strong aptitude for data-driven insights and financial analysis to support executive decision-making.

About the Role

As an FP&A Analyst, you will play a vital role in providing financial support to the Group FP&A team, focusing on productivity, demand planning, reporting, and essential metrics. Working closely with finance, operations, and the central FP&A teams, you'll deliver critical insights and analyses to guide strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver FP&A insights to financial controllers on productivity, planning, reporting, and metrics in a timely manner.
• Identify and address business challenges by developing targeted, actionable solutions.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis to provide insights for imperatively decision-making.
• Develop presentations that effectively frame analyses, highlight action items, and support decision-making processes.
• Investigate variances against forecast, budget, and prior-year expenses to identify improvement opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams across the organisation.
• Act as a liaison for investor relations, supporting earnings guidance modelling and executive presentations.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field, with a minimum of 1 year of finance experience, ideally within manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of accounting, financial, and operational principles with experience in developing reports and metrics.
• Proven ability to analyse data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively at all management levels.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while keeping a strategic view.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a substantial impact within a leading manufacturing group. If you're a finance professional ready to advance in a dynamic and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, please reach out directly, and we'll be happy to provide further details on this opportunity.

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