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Finance Analyst
FP&A Analyst – South Normanton, Derbyshire
An established manufacturing business is hiring an FP&A Analyst in Alfreton, Derbyshire, to enhance financial planning and analysis for its global operations. This is a newly created FP&A Analyst role in the East Midlands, reporting to the Finance Director and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis as part of continued business growth.
The role is site-based in South Normanton, requiring a five-day weekly presence, with some flexibility in start/finish times.
This is an autherentic opportunity to join a growing manufacturing group during a period of investment and expansion. Based at the heart of the international finance team, the selected FP&A Analyst will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders across multiple markets, gaining direct exposure to how a multi-site manufacturer develops plans, forecasts business priorities, and drives data-driven decision-making. The role carries high visibility, both locally and within the broader group—a great step for ambitious finance professionals in the Midlands.
The Role
As the FP&A Analyst, you will own the budgeting and forecasting cycle for the international division, transforming data into actionable insights for strategic decision-making. You will partner with commercial and operational teams, question assumptions, and guide how the group prepares for growth.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation, consolidation, and review of the annual budgets for the international operation
- Build and maintain rolling forecasts, ensuring prudent assumptions and clear analytical transparency
- Deliver monthly variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, explaining the underlying drivers of financial movements
- Develop financial models to support scenario planning and commercial decision-making
- Conduct manufacturing and cost analysis, including:
- Margin assessment
- Product cost breakdowns
- Overhead reviews
- Prepare concisely crafted management reports for the Finance Director and the broader leadership team
- Contribute to the improvement and standardisation of FP&A processes, reporting frameworks, and analytical tools
Key Outcomes Delivered
- Trustworthy budgets and forecasts that leadership can confidently rely on
- Clearer commercial insights driving growth across international markets
- Enhanced, standardised FP&A reporting across multiple operational sites
Your Experience & Qualifications
Candidates must demonstrate a manufacturing background, combined with at least 2+ years of experience in either commercial finance or FP&A roles. Essential requirements include:
- Direct manufacturing industry experience with a strong understanding of operational dynamics
- Proven expertise in budgeting and forecasting, with the skills to own financial data scrutiny
- Strong Excel and financial modelling proficiency—Power BI experience is a notable advantage
- Excellent informational communication skills, enabling smooth financial discussions with non-finance stakeholders
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We welcome candidates at all qualification stages, including:
- Qualified or qualifying professionals studying for ACCA, CIMA, or ACA
- Partially qualified or qualified-by-experience (QBE) analysts
Why Join Us?
- A competitive salary
- On-site office location in Alfreton with flexible working hours
- An indefinitely newly created role, offering scope to shape and develop your impact
- Direct engagement with international markets and senior decision-makers
- Opportunities for career progression within a reliable, expanding manufacturing firm in the East Midlands
This FP&A role aligns with similar demands for candidates holding titles such as:
- Finance Analyst
- Commercial Analyst
- Commercial Finance Analyst
- Finance Business Partner
- Planning and Analysis Analyst
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