FP&A Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst to join a forward-thinking organisation based in Manchester. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment and is passionate about using financial data to drive business success.

You will play a pivotal part in shaping the financial future of the company by leading budgeting processes, developing insightful forecasts, and providing valuable commercial recommendations. The organisation offers flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and ongoing training to support your professional growth.

If you are looking for a position where your analytical skills and interpersonal abilities can make a real impact, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

• Play a key role in driving commercial performance by delivering accurate financial planning and insightful analysis that supports strategic decision-making across the business.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and access to continuous professional development, ensuring you have the tools and support needed to excel in your role.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise revenue, margin, and operational efficiency while building strong professional relationships.

What you'll do

As a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst, you will immerse yourself in all aspects of financial planning, analysis, and business partnering within a vibrant team environment. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating with colleagues from various departments to gather data, analyse trends, and provide meaningful insights that inform both short-term actions and long-term strategy.

You will be responsible for managing the annual budget cycle, maintaining up-to-date forecasts, producing detailed reports, and supporting commercial initiatives through proactive use of CRM systems.

• Lead the annual budgeting process by gathering inputs from various departments and integrating them into a comprehensive financial plan that aligns with organisational goals.
• Develop and maintain a rolling financial forecast, updating quarterly to reflect changing market conditions and internal priorities.
• Take ownership of profit and loss forecasting by delivering timely, accurate insights that empower senior management to make informed decisions.
• Create business intelligence dashboard data that enables robust decision-making throughout the organisation by presenting complex information in an accessible format.
• Produce detailed channel and brand reporting with actionable insights and recommendations that highlight areas for growth or improvement.
• Deliver reporting to identify margin improvement opportunities, providing commercial insights and specific recommendations for action.
• Utilise tools to proactively drive revenue performance across multiple channels while creating value-added dashboards for stakeholders.
• Partner closely with supply chain teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and process efficiencies through value-added analysis and open communication.
• Engage daily with sales teams to uncover new revenue streams and margin enhancement possibilities through collaborative problem-solving.
• Work alongside brand and digital teams as a trusted business partner to maximise return on expenditure and drive overall revenue growth.

What you bring

To excel as a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst, you will bring proven experience in similar roles where your analytical mindset was matched by your ability to build positive relationships across departments. Your background should include hands-on involvement in budgeting cycles, forecasting exercises, and report creation as well as practical use of CRM tools for commercial insight generation.

You will be adept at translating numbers into narratives that resonate with non-financial colleagues while always seeking ways to add value through thoughtful analysis.

• Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis within a fast-moving or commercially focused environment where collaboration is valued.
• Proven ability to lead budgeting processes from start to finish while engaging cross-functional stakeholders in a considerate manner.
• Strong track record of developing multi-year financial forecasts that adapt responsively to changing circumstances.
• Advanced skills in creating business intelligence dashboards using relevant software tools to communicate complex data effectively.
• Experience producing detailed channel or brand reporting with actionable insights tailored for different audiences within an organisation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective partnership with supply chain teams on cost optimisation projects rooted in mutual trust.
• Comfortable engaging regularly with sales teams to explore new opportunities for revenue generation or margin enhancement through shared objectives.
• A collaborative approach when working alongside brand or digital teams on initiatives designed to optimise expenditure returns.

What sets this company apart

This organisation stands out as an employer committed to nurturing talent within an inclusive culture that values collaboration above all else. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to promote work-life balance alongside generous pension contributions that secure their future.

Continuous training opportunities are available so you can keep developing professionally while contributing meaningfully every day. The company’s supportive leadership style encourages knowledge-sharing across teams - ensuring everyone feels connected - and places high importance on employee wellbeing.

Here you’ll find not just a job but a community where your contributions are recognised, your ideas are welcomed, and your growth is actively supported.

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