Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Resourcery Group are working with a national business services company who are looking to bring on board a FP&A Analyst. This is a 12 month fixed term contract and given the growth and contract wins of this company, there maybe potential for a longer term role too. The client’s preference is for someone to work in the office in the North West one day per week however, they can be flexible with regards to WFH full time too for the right candidate. This role is offering £55,000 - £60,000 per annum.

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A Analyst) role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial insights to support strategic decision-making. This includes managing month end close processes, preparing management reports, leading forecasting and budgeting cycles, and providing analysis that drives performance improvement across the organisation. The role acts as a key link between finance and operational teams, ensuring robust financial control and clear communication of results.

The FP&A Analyst’s role includes:

• Manage month end processes including pre-close activities, journal postings, and preparation of board reports and packs.
• Consolidate financial results across business units, review exceptionals and non-EBITDA items, and ensure accurate interest accruals.
• Co-ordinate and assist quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting cycles, including set-up of forecast and budget files, consolidation, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and deliver flash results, trend reports, profit and loss, and other performance dashboards for senior leadership.
• Review and update capital expenditure forecasts, monitor cost centres, and ensure timely completion of business unit submissions.
• Maintain chart of accounts, manage creation of new cost centres and general ledger accounts, and provide support for finance systems and reporting tools.
• Coordinate external submissions, ensuring timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting for senior management and support business units during forecasting and budgeting periods.
• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting processes, improve data accuracy, and enhance efficiency through system and template updates.
• Liaise with business units, payroll, IT, and senior finance teams to ensure alignment on financial processes, deadlines, and reporting requirements.
• Develop and improve accuracy of FTE reporting across the organisation

The ideal candidate:

• Fully qualified accountant – CIMA/ACCA/ACA or QBE
• Be available to start at the end of February 26 and commit to the 12 month duration               
• Have strong Excel skills
• Be able to hit the ground running with all FP&A duties in this role