Michael Page Finance
We are seeking an FP&A Analyst to drive reporting, financial planning, and performance analysis, working closely with senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment. The role suits a highly analytical, commercially minded individual who can turn complex data into actionable insights while supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
Client Details
- Medium-sized company
- Operating within the industrial and manufacturing sector
- Highly innovative business
- Basingstoke based
Description
FP&A Analyst responsibilities:
- Produce financial reports, forecasts, and consolidation outputs to support senior decision-making, including ownership of monthly reporting cycles and stakeholder presentations.
- Analyse performance data to identify trends, variances, and underlying drivers, providing clear recommendations and maintaining forward-looking outlooks.
- Partner with teams across the business to deliver budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, supporting both operational and strategic initiatives.
- Lead key elements of the period-end close process, managing timelines and delivering high-quality analysis and commentary on results.
- Deliver insight into cost management, efficiency opportunities, and business performance, tracking KPIs and driving actionable improvements.
- Contribute to strategic planning through scenario analysis, financial modelling, and preparation of board and investor materials, ensuring alignment with internal controls and reporting standards.
- Other ad hoc tasks as required by the team
Profile
A successful FP&A Analyst should have:
- A solid foundation in accounting and finance principles
- Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software – e.g. Excel and Power BI
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy
- The ability to communicate financial data effectively to non-financial stakeholders
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis within a commercial environment
- Self starter, but able to work cross-functionally and within a team
Job Offer
FP&A Analyst:
- Salary – £45,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Competitive benefits package (TBC)
- Permanent role
- Basingstoke location, well-connected by public transport
- Professional development opportunities
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