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FP&A Analyst
Daily Rate: £300-£400 (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Location: Cardiff (1-2 days a week in office)
Job Type: Interim (until end of March 2027)
About the Role
We are seeking an FP&A Analyst responsible for effective financial planning for a division, including the preparation of end-to-end short-to-mid term budgets and forecasts. This role involves working alongside Finance Partnering teams to deliver financial and business analysis that drives business decision-making. The FP&A Analyst will also be accountable for the delivery of Divisional Corporate reporting requirements and insightful standard management information.
Day-to-day of the Role
- Collaborate with non-Finance stakeholders to leverage insights and use available data sources, including non-financial, to prepare and submit robust Divisional forecasts and budgets.
- Oversee any self-serve budget/forecast activity within the Division to ensure adherence to deadlines and that submissions are challenged and scrutinised.
- Act as the lead contact for Divisional equivalent full-time (EFT) analysis and reporting.
- Provide insightful budget and forecasting commentary, including articulate variance analysis, for both Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.
- Prepare standard management reporting packs based on Divisional requirements.
- Work closely with budget holders and Finance Partnering teams to support business performance and decision-making.
- Act as the Central Finance contact for all Divisional Corporate information requests and submissions.
- Oversee the work of the FP&A Assistant Analyst where applicable.
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Required Skills & Qualifications
- Professional accounting accreditation (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) is essential.
- Demonstrated significant experience in delivering high-quality FP&A services.
- Excellent FP&A process and technology skills, with experience in delivering routine FP&A processes.
- Analytically minded with solid commercial acumen and an inquisitive nature/desire to understand the drivers behind financials.
- Ability to perform meaningful variance analysis from large/complex data sets, including financial and non-financial, and articulate insights to both Finance and non-Finance teams.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software for data analysis.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide valuable financial insights.
- Proactive in working with the wider FP&A and Finance Partnering teams to identify process improvements, drive standardisation, and automation opportunities.
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Benefits
- Competitive daily rate within the specified range.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on professional growth and development.
- Hybrid working model allowing flexibility.
To apply for this FP&A Analyst position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.
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