FP&A Analyst / Senior Analyst

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Job Title: FP&A Analyst / Senior Analyst

Reports To: Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Group Finance Director

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

1. Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse data, identify trends, and draw conclusions.
2. Financial Modelling: Proficiency in building and maintaining financial models.
3. Forecasting and Budgeting: Expertise in forecasting and budgeting techniques.
4. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
5. Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve financial issues.
6. Software Proficiency: Strong skills in Excel, financial software, and other relevant tools.
7. Business Acumen: Understanding of business operations and financial principles.

Job Purpose:

As a key member of the finance team, the FP&A Analyst will be responsible for financial planning and forecasting for the Bluefield group of companies. Working closely with leadership teams, they will formulate strategic financial plans and be an integral part of the annual budgeting process.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Forecasting:

1. Develop and maintain financial models to forecast future financial performance.
2. Work with the Corporate finance team to prepare and/or review and update financial forecasts and budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
3. Develop rolling forecast functionality to provide updated financial projections.
4. Develop original process flows utilising SharePoint, Power Automate and Power BI.

Performance Analysis:

1. Working within the finance team and as a key business partner, analyse financial and operational results to understand the company's overall financial health.
2. Identify and present underlying trends and variances from budget/forecasts.
3. Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to evaluate the financial impact of business decisions.
4. Support with the evaluation of new and existing projects, investments, and assets.

Budgeting and Reporting:

1. Integral part of the annual budgeting process.
2. Helping to produce accurate and timely management reports.

Collaboration:

1. Work closely with the leadership team to formulate short- to long-term financial and strategic plans.
2. Liaise with senior management, heads of departments, and other key leadership figures.
3. Support and challenge the operations teams with financial issues.

Job Location:

Bristol or London - with regular travel. Hybrid working available (3 days per week in office).

Hours of Work:

37 ½ hours per week, Monday to Friday 9:00 am until 5:30 pm.