Robert Half is partnered with a well-known financial services organisation based in Edinburgh to help identify a Financial Planning Analyst on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially orientated accountant looking for a fast-paced working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance, identifying variances from forecasts and budgets.
- Collaborate across departments to gain a comprehensive understanding of key business drivers and provide insightful operational analysis and reporting.
- Prepare presentations and analysis for the Senior Management team, Board of Directors, and other stakeholders as required.
- Provide financial analysis for quarterly earnings calls and investor relations activities.
- Develop and maintain robust financial models to support strategic decision-making and the development of new products.
- Lead strategic planning and budgeting processes, ensuring adherence to revenue and expense targets.
- Partner with the Corporate Development team in on M&A and other transactional activities.
- Develop and implement innovative analytics tools to identify and assess key business trends and identify key performance indicators for business units.
- Drive process improvement initiatives through the implementation of automation and programming solutions.
Main Requirements:
- Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA) with a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Possess strong critical thinking and analytical skills with a meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences.
- Highly organised and results-oriented with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
Salary will sit within a range of £55,000 - £70,000 plus benefits.
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