I am recruiting on behalf of a market-leading PE Backed SaaS organisation that specialises in experience research and insights. Trusted by global brands, they help drive meaningful transformation by leveraging customer understanding to create exceptional products and services.
This company is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their high-performing FP&A team. You will play a key role in supporting the Sales and Marketing departments, managing budgets, providing financial analysis, and contributing to strategic decision-making.
The role reports to the Senior FP&A Manager, offering an exciting opportunity to work with an innovative organisation that has a strong global presence.
This role is offered with a high degree of flexibility. Ideally, they'd ask that you attend the Manchester office at least one day per week, however they may be flexible for candidates further afield.
Responsibilities
- Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes for the Sales and Marketing teams.
- Provide detailed expense management support, including variance analysis and open purchase order reviews.
- Prepare and present insightful budget vs. actual variance reports.
- Collaborate with the Accounting team during month-end close activities, including accruals.
- Support strategic initiatives and decision-making through ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in financial analysis, preferably within a SaaS or high-growth PE Backed environment.
- Ideally, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA / CIMA / ACCA)
- Proficiency with budgeting and forecasting tools such as Adaptive, Anaplan, or Hyperion.
- Advanced Excel skills, including financial modelling and data analysis.
- Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to partner effectively across teams.
- Analytical and proactive mindset, with a strong focus on problem-solving.
Why This Role?
- Join a fast-paced, innovative organisation trusted by global brands.
- Work with a collaborative, passionate team that values excellence.
- Contribute to impactful initiatives in a high-growth, remote-first environment.
- Play a critical role in enabling data-driven and strategic decision-making.