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The FP&A Analyst is responsible for the preparation, analysis and presentation of various forecasting and analytic activities across the business and reports directly to the Financial Controller. This is a value adding, analytical role which will see the successful candidate interact with operations and stakeholders in all facets of the organisation.
Job Responsibility:
Establishing relationships with business units
Preparing analysis of variances to budgets/forecasts and presenting these findings on a regular basis
Responsibility for preparation of weekly and monthly P&L forecasts – exercising appropriate judgement and highlighting risks and opportunities
Submission of forecasts/budgets in line with Group reporting schedules
Preparation and summary reporting of backlog reporting
Undertaking an active role in the annual budgeting process utilising previous data to make informed decisions on future activity
Providing analysis of variances from previous forecasts / actuals
Assistance with various other analytical work
Coordinating with the Finance team to understand deviations from expected results and using this information to improve future forecasting
Ensuring timely preparation to allow adequate time for review of reports/submissions
Work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure forecasts are understood / realistic and in line with information being provided by the wider finance team
Coordinating with the business units to ensure data is received on time and data is interpreted and reported in an appropriate manner on a regular basis
Timely response to budgeting and forecast queries
Communicate effectively within the department and provide support and assistance to other staff/suppliers where appropriate
Actively highlight any improvement opportunity that may contribute to ensuring the safety of our people, improve quality standards and take care of the environment
Requirements:
Qualified accountant who can demonstrate previous experience in a similar role
Ability to assess complex information and apply appropriate judgement
Ability to prepare meaningful / concise reports and present these to various business teams
Strong inter-personal skills
Advanced Excel skills required
Analytical mind - ability to provide meaningful variance analysis