FP&A Analyst

Location: Burton upon Trent (Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home)

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Bonus Scheme: 7.5%

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join a fast-growing, private equity-backed company with ambitious growth plans.

This newly created role is part of a strategic investment in the business, which is experiencing strong performance and growth, with an 11-12% increase in revenue. The company is heavily investing in innovative areas and focusing on raising brand awareness, with a medium-term plan to double its profits.

About the Role: The FP&A Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the company’s growth plans by focusing on capital expenditure (Capex), working capital, and product margins. Key responsibilities include:

Leading on product pricing and margins, contributing to financial forecasting and business planning.
Supporting large-scale projects by providing valuable financial insights across various operational areas.
Learning and using Anaplan, a dedicated forecasting tool, as part of a company-wide initiative to streamline and enhance financial planning processes over the next 12-18 months.

What We’re Looking For: This role would suit a part or newly qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA professional with strong Excel skills, including XLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, and Pivot tables. Prior experience in an FP&A or Commercial Finance role would be highly beneficial.

Key Skills and Attributes:

Strong financial modelling skills, including cashflow forecasting.
A commercial mindset and the ability to challenge the status quo.
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to provide clear financial insights.
The drive and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment.

Working Environment & Benefits:

Hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).
Outstanding benefits
The company fosters a strong social culture, with regular events and a newly refitted office space.

If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to grow with a dynamic and ambitious company, we’d love to hear from you!

If you’d like to know more about this position, just hit the apply button and I’ll be in touch. If you’re just browsing the job boards and haven’t dusted off that CV yet, that’s not a problem, you can give me a call first. You’ll find my number on LinkedIn (Henry Clarkson at Distinct Recruitment). If you prefer, you could drop me a connection or message on LinkedIn and we can pick up on there.

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