Part Qualified Financial Analyst, Group FP&A

REF: HM53349

Job Title: Part Qualified Financial Analyst, Group FP&A

Industry: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Central London

Salary Guide: £35,000 - £42,000 (Depending on Experience) + Benefits

Our client, a highly acquisitive private equity backed company is looking for a Part Qualified Financial Analyst to join their Group FP&A Team. The ideal candidate will have strong financial and data analysis skills and enhance the Group's reporting and analytical practices within a complex multinational organisation. They are also looking for candidates who are part-qualified or planning to pursue an accountancy qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.

Description

Responsibilities for the Part Qualified Financial Analyst, Group FP&A will include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring the accuracy and consistency of financial data and reports provided to Senior Leadership Teams by compiling templates and reconciling information from multiple sources.
• Assisting in conducting financial analyses, including creating monthly performance reports for the Operating Board and Group Board, preparing Group Budgets and Forecasts, and variance analysis to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Participating in month-end close activities, working with the shared service team to guarantee timely and precise financial reporting.
• Providing support in preparation of ad hoc financial analyses and scenario modeling to assist with strategic projects and resource allocation.
• Identifying opportunities to document, streamline, and enhance financial processes and reporting capabilities.
• Collaborating with the Senior Finance Analyst to understand financial requirements and contribute to strategic discussions.
• Helping monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics for various projects and initiatives.

Skills

Skills required for the Part Qualified Financial Analyst, Group FP&A role, will include but not be limited to:

• Knowledge of financial planning and analysis, including interpreting financial results, trends, financial KPIs, and ratios.
• Proactive mindset, meticulous attention to detail, and the capability to work autonomously.
• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent), or highly motivated candidates intending to pursue these qualifications and have exemptions.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
• Flexibility to work across different time zones and collaborate with globally diverse teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with personnel at all company levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Familiarity with Power Query/VBA is highly desirable.
• Experience with CPM solutions such as Board is advantageous but not essential, as comprehensive training will be provided.

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Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience closely matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for over 30 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in media, retail, pharma/biotech, technology, private equity, property/real estate, leisure, and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.