This is a predominantly Management Accountant-led role with growing FP&A responsibility, focused on stabilising numbers, fixing data, and improving processes in an evolving business. The role suits a pragmatic, resilient accountant with corporate experience who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and helping shape the journey toward true business partnering. Client Details The client is a large, established retail organisation undergoing a period of transformation, with a strong appetite to improve the quality of its financial insight, systems and processes. While the business has scale and complexity, parts of the finance function remain under developed, creating a hands-on, problem-solving environment rather than a polished corporate setup. This is a business on a clear improvement journey, investing in people who can bring structure, pragmatism and resilience. They value individuals who can work with imperfect data, roll up their sleeves, and help move the function toward stronger decision support and commercial partnering over time. Description Produce and interpret organisational KPIs, delivering clear monthly and quarterly performance insight. Track weekly sales and margin performance, identifying trends, variances, and commercial impacts. Own monthly cost centre reporting, providing meaningful commentary to strengthen cost control and accountability. Compile monthly management accounts and senior-level analysis to support informed decision-making. Create detailed quarterly reporting packs to enable strategic review and performance assessment. Review payroll and people-related costs to inform forecasting and workforce planning. Evaluate capital investment proposals and perform post-investment review analysis. Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform pricing, positioning, and commercial strategy. Support the statutory accounts process, including audit schedules and coordination with external auditors. Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and cross-business projects, embedding Finance within wider business initiatives. Profile A strong background in accounting or finance, ideally within the retail/ FMCG industry. Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. The ability to work effectively within a team and collaborate across departments. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. A proactive attitude towards improving financial processes and systems. Job Offer A competitive salary up to £60,000 Company discount 5 days in the office with flexible start/ finish times A permanent role within a reputable company in the retail industry Opportunities for professional development and growth
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
This is a predominantly Management Accountant-led role with growing FP&A responsibility, focused on stabilising numbers, fixing data, and improving processes in an evolving business. The role suits a pragmatic, resilient accountant with corporate experience who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and helping shape the journey toward true business partnering. Client Details The client is a large, established retail organisation undergoing a period of transformation, with a strong appetite to improve the quality of its financial insight, systems and processes. While the business has scale and complexity, parts of the finance function remain under developed, creating a hands-on, problem-solving environment rather than a polished corporate setup. This is a business on a clear improvement journey, investing in people who can bring structure, pragmatism and resilience. They value individuals who can work with imperfect data, roll up their sleeves, and help move the function toward stronger decision support and commercial partnering over time. Description Produce and interpret organisational KPIs, delivering clear monthly and quarterly performance insight. Track weekly sales and margin performance, identifying trends, variances, and commercial impacts. Own monthly cost centre reporting, providing meaningful commentary to strengthen cost control and accountability. Compile monthly management accounts and senior-level analysis to support informed decision-making. Create detailed quarterly reporting packs to enable strategic review and performance assessment. Review payroll and people-related costs to inform forecasting and workforce planning. Evaluate capital investment proposals and perform post-investment review analysis. Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform pricing, positioning, and commercial strategy. Support the statutory accounts process, including audit schedules and coordination with external auditors. Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and cross-business projects, embedding Finance within wider business initiatives. Profile A strong background in accounting or finance, ideally within the retail/ FMCG industry. Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. The ability to work effectively within a team and collaborate across departments. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. A proactive attitude towards improving financial processes and systems. Job Offer A competitive salary up to £60,000 Company discount 5 days in the office with flexible start/ finish times A permanent role within a reputable company in the retail industry Opportunities for professional development and growth
Cognizant Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 350,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world. Role Overview The London Market Business Analyst will be a part of Cognizant's Insurance practice, with a specific focus on London Market transformation. As a part of this role, he/she brings deep P&C expertise with a focus on Speciality Insurance, having in-depth understanding of London Market business processes, strong client advisory skills, and the ability to shape and deliver strategic consulting engagements. The role combines thought leadership, and hands on client delivery. Key Responsibilities Domain Leadership & Thought Leadership Serve as the primary subject matter expert for London Market across the practice. Advise on London Market specific practices, including Lloyd's Syndicate operations, Delegated Authority, Open Market, and Reinsurance. Having an extensive knowledge of Coverholders and MGA business. Develop and articulate Cognizant's point of view on industry trends, regulatory changes, digital transformation, and operational modernisation. Create thought leadership assets (whitepapers, frameworks, maturity models, solution accelerators). Consulting Delivery & Advisory Support strategic consulting engagements such as: Platform modernisation and migration Product simplification and rationalisation Customer journey redesign Regulatory and compliance transformation Operational excellence and automation Required Experience & Skills Domain Expertise Strong experience in Commercial and Speciality Insurance with a focus on London Market, ideally across multiple areas such as policy administration, claims, underwriting, actuarial processes, distribution, or customer service. Good understanding of UK and EU regulatory landscape. Understanding of the interaction between brokers, Lloyd's syndicates, and company markets. Have an in depth understanding of risk placement, pricing of various risk classes written through Lloyds. Understand the Lloyds Application landscape and understand the SaaS apps that are used by Brokers, MGAs and Carriers to drive Lloyds related business processes. Implementation experience of Underwriting Workbench Implementation will be a plus. Understanding of pricing related data models for Lloyds based risk classes viz. Property, Political Violence, Marine & Hull, Cargo etc. Exposure to SaaS based platforms used by brokers and carriers in supporting London Market related processes. Detailed knowledge of the London Market's modernization initiatives, including the adoption of AI driven initiatives, digital processing, Core Data Records (CDR), and ACORD standards. Consulting & Leadership Ability to lead complex transformation programmes and multi disciplinary teams. Strong executive presence and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic outcomes. Ability to support AI driven transformation programs from ideation to implementation of AI driven insurance use cases based on Lloyds based processes for brokers, carriers and MGAs. Business Development Experience supporting sales cycles, shaping proposals, and contributing to revenue growth. Ability to translate client challenges into structured consulting solutions. Other Skills Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem solving skills. Comfortable working in a fast paced, growth oriented consulting environment. Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across practice, delivery, and account teams. Contribution to Development of Practice Support practice management activities such as proposition or solution pertaining to London Market related processes. Development, community & communications, sales & operations management. Contribute to Insurance practice by thought provoking 'points of view'. Preferred Qualifications Degree in Business, Finance, Statistics or related field. Professional certifications (e.g., London Market related certifications, CII, PMI, PMP, Lean Six Sigma) are a plus. Experience working with global delivery models and offshore teams. Why Join Cognizant Opportunity to shape and grow a strategic portfolio in London Markets within a global consulting organisation. Work with leading insurers on high impact transformation programmes. Access to Cognizant's global ecosystem of technology, digital, and industry experts. A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Location London, UK.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Cognizant Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 350,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world. Role Overview The London Market Business Analyst will be a part of Cognizant's Insurance practice, with a specific focus on London Market transformation. As a part of this role, he/she brings deep P&C expertise with a focus on Speciality Insurance, having in-depth understanding of London Market business processes, strong client advisory skills, and the ability to shape and deliver strategic consulting engagements. The role combines thought leadership, and hands on client delivery. Key Responsibilities Domain Leadership & Thought Leadership Serve as the primary subject matter expert for London Market across the practice. Advise on London Market specific practices, including Lloyd's Syndicate operations, Delegated Authority, Open Market, and Reinsurance. Having an extensive knowledge of Coverholders and MGA business. Develop and articulate Cognizant's point of view on industry trends, regulatory changes, digital transformation, and operational modernisation. Create thought leadership assets (whitepapers, frameworks, maturity models, solution accelerators). Consulting Delivery & Advisory Support strategic consulting engagements such as: Platform modernisation and migration Product simplification and rationalisation Customer journey redesign Regulatory and compliance transformation Operational excellence and automation Required Experience & Skills Domain Expertise Strong experience in Commercial and Speciality Insurance with a focus on London Market, ideally across multiple areas such as policy administration, claims, underwriting, actuarial processes, distribution, or customer service. Good understanding of UK and EU regulatory landscape. Understanding of the interaction between brokers, Lloyd's syndicates, and company markets. Have an in depth understanding of risk placement, pricing of various risk classes written through Lloyds. Understand the Lloyds Application landscape and understand the SaaS apps that are used by Brokers, MGAs and Carriers to drive Lloyds related business processes. Implementation experience of Underwriting Workbench Implementation will be a plus. Understanding of pricing related data models for Lloyds based risk classes viz. Property, Political Violence, Marine & Hull, Cargo etc. Exposure to SaaS based platforms used by brokers and carriers in supporting London Market related processes. Detailed knowledge of the London Market's modernization initiatives, including the adoption of AI driven initiatives, digital processing, Core Data Records (CDR), and ACORD standards. Consulting & Leadership Ability to lead complex transformation programmes and multi disciplinary teams. Strong executive presence and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic outcomes. Ability to support AI driven transformation programs from ideation to implementation of AI driven insurance use cases based on Lloyds based processes for brokers, carriers and MGAs. Business Development Experience supporting sales cycles, shaping proposals, and contributing to revenue growth. Ability to translate client challenges into structured consulting solutions. Other Skills Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem solving skills. Comfortable working in a fast paced, growth oriented consulting environment. Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across practice, delivery, and account teams. Contribution to Development of Practice Support practice management activities such as proposition or solution pertaining to London Market related processes. Development, community & communications, sales & operations management. Contribute to Insurance practice by thought provoking 'points of view'. Preferred Qualifications Degree in Business, Finance, Statistics or related field. Professional certifications (e.g., London Market related certifications, CII, PMI, PMP, Lean Six Sigma) are a plus. Experience working with global delivery models and offshore teams. Why Join Cognizant Opportunity to shape and grow a strategic portfolio in London Markets within a global consulting organisation. Work with leading insurers on high impact transformation programmes. Access to Cognizant's global ecosystem of technology, digital, and industry experts. A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Location London, UK.
Arcturus T/A Anthem Consulting
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Commercial Finance Business Partner (12 month FTC) Job Description Hybrid Working Working for a highly respected, global law firm in their Newcastle Office The Role: The role provides the opportunity to support the evolution of finance business partnering through commercially driven finance support to Business Services functions. The role will support Business Services leadership: providing financial guidance, analysis, and advice to support Marketing & Business Development, General Counsel & Risk, Finance and Transformation. Key responsibilities include collaborating with budget holders on planning, analysing financial performance, monthly reporting and translating financial data into actionable insights to help drive decision-making, efficiency, and ultimately profitability. The role requires strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor. Reporting to Senior Finance Business Partner - Business Services the role sits in a small team of four (Senior Finance Business Partner, Finance Business Partner - IT, and Finance Analyst), within the large Newcastle Finance function. The Role Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Collaboration with leadership to understand their goals, challenges, and opportunities. To be a trusted advisor a key requirement is to build strong relationships with key stakeholders and effectively communicate financial information and insights to non-financial stakeholders Developing and improving monthly management reporting for the monitoring of performance against budget, including formal monthly reviews with the applicable Budget Holders. Key reporting objectives include timely information, as well as more insightful analysis and commentary. Working with the Budget Holders to drive accountability for delivering budgets, managing costs to ensure value for money and to identify any remedial actions to support budget and forecast delivery. Supporting the applicable Budget Holders in the development of business cases and other finance information that improve service delivery and/or cost efficiencies. In doing so provide the finance "sign off" on financials presented as part of the business case Providing ad hoc support and analysis to the Budget Holders ( who are senior leadership ) and Senior Finance team members as part of informal forecasting during the year Establishing and maintaining robust financial procedures that support financial control objectives. Help drive commercial performance, identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies for the functions supported. Driving commercial performance , identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies for the functions supported. Support the formal annual budget process for Business Services ( the budget year is to 31 December with budgeting between September - November of the current year) . In doing so the role will be responsible for: Coordinating a forecast for the current year which forms the baseline against which the budget will be assessed. Coordinating inputs and budget assumptions from UK and EMEA teams in line with the budget timetable and instructions. Providing challenge and rigour in the development of annual budgets. Management of the budget in the financial planning and reporting system Preparing budget presentation templates and budget presentations, as well as supporting Budget Holders presenting budgets Skills and Experience Experience for the role: Previously held a finance business partnering role in large international organisation (essential), must know what good finance business partnering looks like (essential) Proven track record of managing to deadlines and delivering commercially driven financial insights (essential) The individual should: Enjoy working independently, taking full ownership of deliverables by "mucking in" when needed Be self-motivated and self-disciplined, passionate about meeting deadlines and providing commercial insight Have excellent communication and influencing skills Be a good problem solver, methodical in approach and an "eye for detail"
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
Commercial Finance Business Partner (12 month FTC) Job Description Hybrid Working Working for a highly respected, global law firm in their Newcastle Office The Role: The role provides the opportunity to support the evolution of finance business partnering through commercially driven finance support to Business Services functions. The role will support Business Services leadership: providing financial guidance, analysis, and advice to support Marketing & Business Development, General Counsel & Risk, Finance and Transformation. Key responsibilities include collaborating with budget holders on planning, analysing financial performance, monthly reporting and translating financial data into actionable insights to help drive decision-making, efficiency, and ultimately profitability. The role requires strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor. Reporting to Senior Finance Business Partner - Business Services the role sits in a small team of four (Senior Finance Business Partner, Finance Business Partner - IT, and Finance Analyst), within the large Newcastle Finance function. The Role Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Collaboration with leadership to understand their goals, challenges, and opportunities. To be a trusted advisor a key requirement is to build strong relationships with key stakeholders and effectively communicate financial information and insights to non-financial stakeholders Developing and improving monthly management reporting for the monitoring of performance against budget, including formal monthly reviews with the applicable Budget Holders. Key reporting objectives include timely information, as well as more insightful analysis and commentary. Working with the Budget Holders to drive accountability for delivering budgets, managing costs to ensure value for money and to identify any remedial actions to support budget and forecast delivery. Supporting the applicable Budget Holders in the development of business cases and other finance information that improve service delivery and/or cost efficiencies. In doing so provide the finance "sign off" on financials presented as part of the business case Providing ad hoc support and analysis to the Budget Holders ( who are senior leadership ) and Senior Finance team members as part of informal forecasting during the year Establishing and maintaining robust financial procedures that support financial control objectives. Help drive commercial performance, identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies for the functions supported. Driving commercial performance , identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies for the functions supported. Support the formal annual budget process for Business Services ( the budget year is to 31 December with budgeting between September - November of the current year) . In doing so the role will be responsible for: Coordinating a forecast for the current year which forms the baseline against which the budget will be assessed. Coordinating inputs and budget assumptions from UK and EMEA teams in line with the budget timetable and instructions. Providing challenge and rigour in the development of annual budgets. Management of the budget in the financial planning and reporting system Preparing budget presentation templates and budget presentations, as well as supporting Budget Holders presenting budgets Skills and Experience Experience for the role: Previously held a finance business partnering role in large international organisation (essential), must know what good finance business partnering looks like (essential) Proven track record of managing to deadlines and delivering commercially driven financial insights (essential) The individual should: Enjoy working independently, taking full ownership of deliverables by "mucking in" when needed Be self-motivated and self-disciplined, passionate about meeting deadlines and providing commercial insight Have excellent communication and influencing skills Be a good problem solver, methodical in approach and an "eye for detail"
Are you a commercially minded analyst who enjoys turning data into meaningful business insight? If so this is not an opportunity you want to miss! I am delighted to now be recruiting for a multiple Commercial Analyst roles for a brand new FP&A within the fastest growing PE backed business in Leeds! This team will be at the forefront of driving performance, profitability, and strategic decision-making across the business!You will work closely with operational leaders to provide financial insight, performance analysis, and forecasting that supports smarter, faster decision-making across the business.Reporting directly to the Director of FP&A the key duties of this role will include: Supporting the delivery of the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range plans for the depot network. Partnering with operational leads to understand drivers of cost, revenue, and productivity. Developing financial models to evaluate operational scenarios, cost-saving initiatives, and strategic investments. Producing regular financial performance reports, highlighting variances, trends, risks, and opportunities. Undertaking detailed analysis of depot-level P&Ls, labour costs, throughput, and operational KPIs. Identifying inefficiencies and recommend actionable improvements to support margin and service improvements Providing robust insight to support pricing, contracting, and commercial decision-making where relevant. Building strong relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional teams Presenting analysis and recommendations to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Translating complex data into clear, meaningful insight for operational decision-makers. Developing dashboards, reporting tools, and KPIs to improve visibility of performance across the depot network. Ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across reporting sources. Driving continuous improvement in FP&A processes, reporting cycles, and analytical capability. To be successful in this role you will need to have experience in FP&A, strong financial modelling and analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into practical business recommendations. Alongside these skills though, you need to be a strong business partner with the ability to engage effectively with multiple stakeholders, and non-finance colleagues across the business.If you have experience in a multi-site or operational environment - this would be highly beneficial also!This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys business partnering, problem solving, and influencing operational performance through data-driven insight.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Are you a commercially minded analyst who enjoys turning data into meaningful business insight? If so this is not an opportunity you want to miss! I am delighted to now be recruiting for a multiple Commercial Analyst roles for a brand new FP&A within the fastest growing PE backed business in Leeds! This team will be at the forefront of driving performance, profitability, and strategic decision-making across the business!You will work closely with operational leaders to provide financial insight, performance analysis, and forecasting that supports smarter, faster decision-making across the business.Reporting directly to the Director of FP&A the key duties of this role will include: Supporting the delivery of the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range plans for the depot network. Partnering with operational leads to understand drivers of cost, revenue, and productivity. Developing financial models to evaluate operational scenarios, cost-saving initiatives, and strategic investments. Producing regular financial performance reports, highlighting variances, trends, risks, and opportunities. Undertaking detailed analysis of depot-level P&Ls, labour costs, throughput, and operational KPIs. Identifying inefficiencies and recommend actionable improvements to support margin and service improvements Providing robust insight to support pricing, contracting, and commercial decision-making where relevant. Building strong relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional teams Presenting analysis and recommendations to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Translating complex data into clear, meaningful insight for operational decision-makers. Developing dashboards, reporting tools, and KPIs to improve visibility of performance across the depot network. Ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across reporting sources. Driving continuous improvement in FP&A processes, reporting cycles, and analytical capability. To be successful in this role you will need to have experience in FP&A, strong financial modelling and analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into practical business recommendations. Alongside these skills though, you need to be a strong business partner with the ability to engage effectively with multiple stakeholders, and non-finance colleagues across the business.If you have experience in a multi-site or operational environment - this would be highly beneficial also!This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys business partnering, problem solving, and influencing operational performance through data-driven insight.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Lead Finance Analyst to join a market-leading organisation based on the outskirts of Glasgow. This is a key position within the finance function, playing a critical role in establishing and maintaining a strong, effective first line of defence control framework. Key duties of the role include: Own the design, documentation and ongoing maintenance of a comprehensive inventory of finance controls Establish and oversee processes to assess and confirm both design and operational effectiveness of controls Develop and embed a robust global financial control framework, with focus on key areas such as profit and balance sheet reconciliations Partner with business unit finance teams to ensure a consistent and effective control environment across all entities, including international operations Lead periodic control and risk assessments, including tracking and remediation of identified control gaps Collaborate with Internal and External Audit to support testing, address control deficiencies and ensure timely resolution Oversee month-end financial control activities to ensure accurate, complete and timely financial reporting Provide insight and reporting to senior finance leadership on control effectiveness, key risks, compliance matters and improvement opportunities Experience required: ICAS / ACCA / CIMA Qualified Accountant with a strong technical grounding and a proven ability to apply accounting standards in a commercial, real-world environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders Comfortable working to challenging month-end deadlines, consistently delivering accurate and high-quality outputs in a fast-paced, time-pressured environment Strong problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify root causes, assess risks and implement practical, effective solutions to improve processes and controls On offer: Market leading salary Performance related bonus Flexible benefits Hybrid working
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Lead Finance Analyst to join a market-leading organisation based on the outskirts of Glasgow. This is a key position within the finance function, playing a critical role in establishing and maintaining a strong, effective first line of defence control framework. Key duties of the role include: Own the design, documentation and ongoing maintenance of a comprehensive inventory of finance controls Establish and oversee processes to assess and confirm both design and operational effectiveness of controls Develop and embed a robust global financial control framework, with focus on key areas such as profit and balance sheet reconciliations Partner with business unit finance teams to ensure a consistent and effective control environment across all entities, including international operations Lead periodic control and risk assessments, including tracking and remediation of identified control gaps Collaborate with Internal and External Audit to support testing, address control deficiencies and ensure timely resolution Oversee month-end financial control activities to ensure accurate, complete and timely financial reporting Provide insight and reporting to senior finance leadership on control effectiveness, key risks, compliance matters and improvement opportunities Experience required: ICAS / ACCA / CIMA Qualified Accountant with a strong technical grounding and a proven ability to apply accounting standards in a commercial, real-world environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders Comfortable working to challenging month-end deadlines, consistently delivering accurate and high-quality outputs in a fast-paced, time-pressured environment Strong problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify root causes, assess risks and implement practical, effective solutions to improve processes and controls On offer: Market leading salary Performance related bonus Flexible benefits Hybrid working
IT Finance Analyst - 12 Month FTC Location: London (Hybrid 3-days office based) Salary: £75,000-£80,000A leading global insurance organisation is seeking an IT Finance Analyst to join on a 12-month fixed-term contract, supporting a high-profile IT finance function during a period of growth and transformation.This role sits within a central IT finance team, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to deliver forecasting, planning, analysis and reporting across a complex technology cost base. The team is also undergoing significant MI and reporting transformation, offering exposure to process improvement and automation initiatives.This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working at pace, adding value, and improving how finance supports the business. Key Responsibilities Support forecasting, budgeting and strategic planning cycles for IT spend Deliver financial analysis and insight to support decision-making across IT Enhance and automate MI and reporting processes Build and develop new analysis to identify cost efficiencies and opportunities Support capital expenditure reporting and amortisation modelling Drive improvements in cost centre and reporting structures Leverage systems (including TM1) to improve reporting capability Support ad hoc finance activity including supplier and PO processes Candidate Profile ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience) 5-10 years' experience within finance, ideally in a business partnering / FP&A environment Strong experience supporting technology / IT cost bases Advanced Excel skills with strong data manipulation and modelling capability Experience with TM1 and/or Power BI highly desirable Strong commercial acumen with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment Strong stakeholder management skills across finance and non-finance teams
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
IT Finance Analyst - 12 Month FTC Location: London (Hybrid 3-days office based) Salary: £75,000-£80,000A leading global insurance organisation is seeking an IT Finance Analyst to join on a 12-month fixed-term contract, supporting a high-profile IT finance function during a period of growth and transformation.This role sits within a central IT finance team, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to deliver forecasting, planning, analysis and reporting across a complex technology cost base. The team is also undergoing significant MI and reporting transformation, offering exposure to process improvement and automation initiatives.This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working at pace, adding value, and improving how finance supports the business. Key Responsibilities Support forecasting, budgeting and strategic planning cycles for IT spend Deliver financial analysis and insight to support decision-making across IT Enhance and automate MI and reporting processes Build and develop new analysis to identify cost efficiencies and opportunities Support capital expenditure reporting and amortisation modelling Drive improvements in cost centre and reporting structures Leverage systems (including TM1) to improve reporting capability Support ad hoc finance activity including supplier and PO processes Candidate Profile ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience) 5-10 years' experience within finance, ideally in a business partnering / FP&A environment Strong experience supporting technology / IT cost bases Advanced Excel skills with strong data manipulation and modelling capability Experience with TM1 and/or Power BI highly desirable Strong commercial acumen with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment Strong stakeholder management skills across finance and non-finance teams
FP&A Analyst - Solihull - £60,000 - £70,000 Working for this exciting, growing, acquisitive, and profitable business, this Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst role will report directly into the Head of Commercial Finance and focus on short and mid-term planning and forecasting, and analysis of monthly and weekly performance. You will business partner with the commercial and operation teams, and be a credible communicator who can build strong relationships and gain buy-in from both finance and non-finance individuals. This is a vital role in providing analysis to the board in order to support decision making. You will be someone accurate with an eye for detail and strong ability on Excel including modelling. You will also have a commercial mindset and genuine interest in learning about the business. Key areas of the role: Prepare presentations and reports to the board covering weekly/monthly performance, budget and forecast, and other key analysis Produce the weekly KPI dashboard and update on key drivers for the business Weekly and monthly flash and rolling forecasts Assist with budgeting and strategic planning Strong Excel and PowerPoint presentation skills Working with stakeholders at all levels, include non-finance individuals Ad-hoc modelling and analysis to support commercial projects You will be a Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and possess excellent communication skills and a strong commercial mindset. This business offers an excellent working environment with good career progression opportunities as well as hybrid home working.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
FP&A Analyst - Solihull - £60,000 - £70,000 Working for this exciting, growing, acquisitive, and profitable business, this Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst role will report directly into the Head of Commercial Finance and focus on short and mid-term planning and forecasting, and analysis of monthly and weekly performance. You will business partner with the commercial and operation teams, and be a credible communicator who can build strong relationships and gain buy-in from both finance and non-finance individuals. This is a vital role in providing analysis to the board in order to support decision making. You will be someone accurate with an eye for detail and strong ability on Excel including modelling. You will also have a commercial mindset and genuine interest in learning about the business. Key areas of the role: Prepare presentations and reports to the board covering weekly/monthly performance, budget and forecast, and other key analysis Produce the weekly KPI dashboard and update on key drivers for the business Weekly and monthly flash and rolling forecasts Assist with budgeting and strategic planning Strong Excel and PowerPoint presentation skills Working with stakeholders at all levels, include non-finance individuals Ad-hoc modelling and analysis to support commercial projects You will be a Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and possess excellent communication skills and a strong commercial mindset. This business offers an excellent working environment with good career progression opportunities as well as hybrid home working.
FP&A Analyst £60,000-£70,000 (DOE) Liverpool City Centre Hybrid (3 office / 2 home) 6 Month Contract Are you a commercially minded FP&A Analyst who loves turning data into insight and insight into action? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well?established, high?performing organisation at the heart of Liverpool's vibrant retail sector. If you thrive in a fast?paced environment, enjoy partnering with senior stakeholders, and want to make a visible impact from day one, this role will suit you perfectly Why You'll Love This Role You'll be joining a business with a strong brand, a collaborative culture, and a clear growth agenda. As part of a dynamic finance team, you'll play a key role in shaping performance, driving profitability, and supporting strategic decision?making across multiple operations. This is a hands?on, high?visibility role where your analysis will directly influence commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities You'll take ownership of a broad range of FP&A activities, including: Financial Planning & Analysis Supporting the budgeting and forecasting cycle across multiple divisions Producing monthly performance packs , KPI dashboards, and variance analysis Delivering insightful commentary to senior leadership and operational teams Commercial Business Partnering Working closely with retail, leisure, and operational managers to understand performance drivers Providing analysis on sales trends, footfall, pricing, and margin performance Supporting investment appraisals, business cases, and scenario modelling Strategic & Operational Insight Identifying risks, opportunities, and performance improvement areas Enhancing reporting tools, processes, and financial models Supporting long?term planning and strategic initiatives What You'll Bring Strong FP&A experience, ideally within retail, leisure, hospitality, or multi?site environments Excellent analytical skills with the ability to simplify complex data Confident communicator who can influence and challenge stakeholders Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability A proactive, commercially curious mindset What's on Offer £60,000-£70,000 depending on experience Hybrid working - 3 days in the Liverpool city centre office, 2 days from home 6 month contract A supportive, forward?thinking team and a role where your impact is genuinely felt
Apr 01, 2026
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FP&A Analyst £60,000-£70,000 (DOE) Liverpool City Centre Hybrid (3 office / 2 home) 6 Month Contract Are you a commercially minded FP&A Analyst who loves turning data into insight and insight into action? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well?established, high?performing organisation at the heart of Liverpool's vibrant retail sector. If you thrive in a fast?paced environment, enjoy partnering with senior stakeholders, and want to make a visible impact from day one, this role will suit you perfectly Why You'll Love This Role You'll be joining a business with a strong brand, a collaborative culture, and a clear growth agenda. As part of a dynamic finance team, you'll play a key role in shaping performance, driving profitability, and supporting strategic decision?making across multiple operations. This is a hands?on, high?visibility role where your analysis will directly influence commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities You'll take ownership of a broad range of FP&A activities, including: Financial Planning & Analysis Supporting the budgeting and forecasting cycle across multiple divisions Producing monthly performance packs , KPI dashboards, and variance analysis Delivering insightful commentary to senior leadership and operational teams Commercial Business Partnering Working closely with retail, leisure, and operational managers to understand performance drivers Providing analysis on sales trends, footfall, pricing, and margin performance Supporting investment appraisals, business cases, and scenario modelling Strategic & Operational Insight Identifying risks, opportunities, and performance improvement areas Enhancing reporting tools, processes, and financial models Supporting long?term planning and strategic initiatives What You'll Bring Strong FP&A experience, ideally within retail, leisure, hospitality, or multi?site environments Excellent analytical skills with the ability to simplify complex data Confident communicator who can influence and challenge stakeholders Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability A proactive, commercially curious mindset What's on Offer £60,000-£70,000 depending on experience Hybrid working - 3 days in the Liverpool city centre office, 2 days from home 6 month contract A supportive, forward?thinking team and a role where your impact is genuinely felt
Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox About the team/division We are one of the largest and oldest Lloyd's syndicates. Known for our long-term leadership in the market, our blend of underwriting expertise and meaningful capacity makes us an ideal partner for our clients, whatever the size and complexity of their risk. With winning attitude, adaptability and passion; our people aim to outperform always.The Change Management Team work with all the teams in the London Market to develop and build market leading capabilities across our people, processes and systems. Our goal is to embed lasting changes that deliver measurable business benefit and help us reach our strategic targets. We have adopted an agile approach to delivery, working in separate and distinct Value Streams driven by process improvement, integration of new ventures and delivery of regulatory requirements. The outputs of the Value Streams can vary from large scale system delivery and upgrades to smaller tactical solutions that open up business opportunities. Working on our team is exciting and fast-paced. We get to be part of shaping and building the future of the London Market, helping to solve and pre-empt new challenges. The biggest challenge facing our team is how to help drive and manage fundamental changes in the context of the historic and long-established institution of Lloyds of London.The Change Management team is made up of Product Managers, Product Owners and Analysts and scales according to the project demands of the business. The team work closely with the Technology team to deliver real value to the business. The team is curious and inquisitive, challenging ourselves and our stakeholders to do things better, faster and cheaper. The Role You will act as Product Manager for one of our strategic capabilities, the Underwriting Value Stream. You will be at the heart of the team, leading complex change initiatives that span across multiple areas of our business. You will translate business leadership objectives into actionable delivery plans for the Underwriting Value Stream. You will collaborate cross functionally and drive innovation. You will coach and support the less experienced members of the team, providing guidance and direction to the team and to the business to ensure successful delivery of the changes and the resulting business benefit.As Product Manager for the Underwriting Value Stream, you have a passion for a digital future of underwriting. You see beyond the status quo and be part of the team designing ways of working fit for 2030 and beyond. You will be part of an award-winning team that is at the forefront of Augmented and Algorithmic Underwriting within the Lloyd's Market. You embrace the challenges of modernisation and work with our strategic partners in both technology and broking to reimagine the underwriting journey, embedded with cutting edge technology and user centric innovative design. Through your guidance this compelling transformation will translate into material benefits for London Market. What you'll be doing in the role Benefits management Work with the Business Sponsors to build robust and measurable business cases aligned to our business plans Evaluate, plan and track the realisation of benefits for the Underwriting Value Stream Product Management Lead the Underwriting Value Stream, ensuring objectives and business outcomes are met through successful planning, delivery and embedding of change. Develop a deep understanding of customer needs to inform product design. Manage the development and delivery of the product roadmap using appropriate methodologies Manage the prioritisation of initiatives and resources within the value stream, ensuring delivery is focused on the most value add activities including continuous improvement, operations and platform resilience. Ensure execution focused decision making and strong dependency and risk management Contribute to identifying and/or developing frameworks and methodologies that ensure management of initiatives will be comprehensive and consistent Business Process Development Develop an excellent working knowledge of the business goals, priorities and processes for the relevant business areas Analyse as-is processes and identify opportunities to transform ways of working Ensure new or updated business processes continue to be maintained once handed over to operational continuous improvement Budget and resource management Plan and control finances of the Underwriting Value Stream driving performance and as part of the organisation's overall financial management Prepare and maintain an overall schedule for resource use, which avoids bottlenecks and conflicting demands, and sequencing outcomes, to enable the efficient realisation of benefits Change management Ensure that an effective change management plan is in place to maintain consistency of delivery, optimise benefits and contribute to a healthy change experience for those impacted by the changes. Close new initiatives and transition them into continuous improvement, ensuring that we capture key lessons to improve our change management capability Embed new processes post delivery and manage the integration of the outputs into business-as-usual, addressing the readiness of users, compatibility with existing processes and the realisation of benefits. Stakeholder Management Build strong productive relationships and communication inside and outside of Hiscox in order to deliver effective solutions based on a deep understanding of the business drivers and benefits for each party Identify, address and resolve differences between individuals and/or interest groups Build a network of influence inside and outside of Hiscox Leadership Empower and inspire others to work and deliver successfully Lead and motivate a team (in a matrix organisation) across internal and external teams including third party suppliers Role model excellence in value stream execution and change management. Person Specification The person in this role is comfortable dealing with ambiguity and working through it to provide clarity for others. They thrive on tackling challenging issues and ensuring that the initiatives stay focussed on delivering tangible, measurable benefits using agile and change management techniques. They take setbacks and changes of direction in their stride and support others through these experiences. They have a passion and drive for creative problem solving, great user experience and delivering the best outcomes for their customers. Must have Experience of delivering within agile value streams in a formal change role Experience balancing differing priorities and demands whilst ensuring that value stream management disciplines are maintained Experience in business process development and improvement Experience of managing and motivating a team (in a matrix organisation) including third party suppliers Advanced workshop facilitation The ability to build relationships and influence Commercially minded - able to analyse and interpret information to develop strong benefits focussed business cases Knowledge or experience of working in the Lloyd's London Market Desirabl e Formal product management and/or project management qualification or membership Experience in delivering technology solutions with emerging technologies such as AI Knowledge or experience in design thinking or innovation methodologies and/or user experience design About Hiscox As an international specialist insurer we are far removed from the world of mass market insurance products. Instead we are selective and focus on our key areas of expertise and strength - all of which is underpinned by a culture that encourages us to challenge convention and
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox About the team/division We are one of the largest and oldest Lloyd's syndicates. Known for our long-term leadership in the market, our blend of underwriting expertise and meaningful capacity makes us an ideal partner for our clients, whatever the size and complexity of their risk. With winning attitude, adaptability and passion; our people aim to outperform always.The Change Management Team work with all the teams in the London Market to develop and build market leading capabilities across our people, processes and systems. Our goal is to embed lasting changes that deliver measurable business benefit and help us reach our strategic targets. We have adopted an agile approach to delivery, working in separate and distinct Value Streams driven by process improvement, integration of new ventures and delivery of regulatory requirements. The outputs of the Value Streams can vary from large scale system delivery and upgrades to smaller tactical solutions that open up business opportunities. Working on our team is exciting and fast-paced. We get to be part of shaping and building the future of the London Market, helping to solve and pre-empt new challenges. The biggest challenge facing our team is how to help drive and manage fundamental changes in the context of the historic and long-established institution of Lloyds of London.The Change Management team is made up of Product Managers, Product Owners and Analysts and scales according to the project demands of the business. The team work closely with the Technology team to deliver real value to the business. The team is curious and inquisitive, challenging ourselves and our stakeholders to do things better, faster and cheaper. The Role You will act as Product Manager for one of our strategic capabilities, the Underwriting Value Stream. You will be at the heart of the team, leading complex change initiatives that span across multiple areas of our business. You will translate business leadership objectives into actionable delivery plans for the Underwriting Value Stream. You will collaborate cross functionally and drive innovation. You will coach and support the less experienced members of the team, providing guidance and direction to the team and to the business to ensure successful delivery of the changes and the resulting business benefit.As Product Manager for the Underwriting Value Stream, you have a passion for a digital future of underwriting. You see beyond the status quo and be part of the team designing ways of working fit for 2030 and beyond. You will be part of an award-winning team that is at the forefront of Augmented and Algorithmic Underwriting within the Lloyd's Market. You embrace the challenges of modernisation and work with our strategic partners in both technology and broking to reimagine the underwriting journey, embedded with cutting edge technology and user centric innovative design. Through your guidance this compelling transformation will translate into material benefits for London Market. What you'll be doing in the role Benefits management Work with the Business Sponsors to build robust and measurable business cases aligned to our business plans Evaluate, plan and track the realisation of benefits for the Underwriting Value Stream Product Management Lead the Underwriting Value Stream, ensuring objectives and business outcomes are met through successful planning, delivery and embedding of change. Develop a deep understanding of customer needs to inform product design. Manage the development and delivery of the product roadmap using appropriate methodologies Manage the prioritisation of initiatives and resources within the value stream, ensuring delivery is focused on the most value add activities including continuous improvement, operations and platform resilience. Ensure execution focused decision making and strong dependency and risk management Contribute to identifying and/or developing frameworks and methodologies that ensure management of initiatives will be comprehensive and consistent Business Process Development Develop an excellent working knowledge of the business goals, priorities and processes for the relevant business areas Analyse as-is processes and identify opportunities to transform ways of working Ensure new or updated business processes continue to be maintained once handed over to operational continuous improvement Budget and resource management Plan and control finances of the Underwriting Value Stream driving performance and as part of the organisation's overall financial management Prepare and maintain an overall schedule for resource use, which avoids bottlenecks and conflicting demands, and sequencing outcomes, to enable the efficient realisation of benefits Change management Ensure that an effective change management plan is in place to maintain consistency of delivery, optimise benefits and contribute to a healthy change experience for those impacted by the changes. Close new initiatives and transition them into continuous improvement, ensuring that we capture key lessons to improve our change management capability Embed new processes post delivery and manage the integration of the outputs into business-as-usual, addressing the readiness of users, compatibility with existing processes and the realisation of benefits. Stakeholder Management Build strong productive relationships and communication inside and outside of Hiscox in order to deliver effective solutions based on a deep understanding of the business drivers and benefits for each party Identify, address and resolve differences between individuals and/or interest groups Build a network of influence inside and outside of Hiscox Leadership Empower and inspire others to work and deliver successfully Lead and motivate a team (in a matrix organisation) across internal and external teams including third party suppliers Role model excellence in value stream execution and change management. Person Specification The person in this role is comfortable dealing with ambiguity and working through it to provide clarity for others. They thrive on tackling challenging issues and ensuring that the initiatives stay focussed on delivering tangible, measurable benefits using agile and change management techniques. They take setbacks and changes of direction in their stride and support others through these experiences. They have a passion and drive for creative problem solving, great user experience and delivering the best outcomes for their customers. Must have Experience of delivering within agile value streams in a formal change role Experience balancing differing priorities and demands whilst ensuring that value stream management disciplines are maintained Experience in business process development and improvement Experience of managing and motivating a team (in a matrix organisation) including third party suppliers Advanced workshop facilitation The ability to build relationships and influence Commercially minded - able to analyse and interpret information to develop strong benefits focussed business cases Knowledge or experience of working in the Lloyd's London Market Desirabl e Formal product management and/or project management qualification or membership Experience in delivering technology solutions with emerging technologies such as AI Knowledge or experience in design thinking or innovation methodologies and/or user experience design About Hiscox As an international specialist insurer we are far removed from the world of mass market insurance products. Instead we are selective and focus on our key areas of expertise and strength - all of which is underpinned by a culture that encourages us to challenge convention and
This well-established business based in Coventry who is looking to strengthen their commercial finance team with the skills of an experienced commercial Finance Analyst to join the team on an interim basis. This role see you take responsibility for the weekly reporting of financial performance, sales analysis and commentary for the board report, as well as providing detailed KPI reporting for the entire business. Providing senior staff with information relating to their performance against budget, you will also analyse key variances in order to ensure continued accuracy of the weekly figures as well as providing the commentary and insight to help budget managers perform better - giving you the ability to make a measurable impact at a commercial level of the success of the business. This role will see you getting 'out and about' in the business in your effort to add value and effectively business partner budget managers and other operations staff, therefore a proactive approach, engaging communication style and a commercially-focussed candidate is needed. Ideally you will - Be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) - ideally with experience within retail or FMCG. Be able to confidently gather and organise business requirements in terms of information, KPI requirements and dashboard reporting. Have experience working in a similar role using your macro and Power BI skills to manipulate data. Confidently communication skills to support you in building strong client relationships with financial and non-financial stakeholders. In Return, you will - Have flexibility and autonomy in your role, allowing you to recommend and implement specific changes designed to help you make effective commercial impact in your particular business area. Work in a friendly, flexible and supportive environment with additional perks whilst working on site. Gain experience working within a successful fast paced environment within a well established company. Have the opportunity take on a permanent post within the business after 6 months. This senior role is a great position for an experienced accountant to test their business acumen within a successful developing company, this role is available immediately please apply now to avoid disappointment.
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
This well-established business based in Coventry who is looking to strengthen their commercial finance team with the skills of an experienced commercial Finance Analyst to join the team on an interim basis. This role see you take responsibility for the weekly reporting of financial performance, sales analysis and commentary for the board report, as well as providing detailed KPI reporting for the entire business. Providing senior staff with information relating to their performance against budget, you will also analyse key variances in order to ensure continued accuracy of the weekly figures as well as providing the commentary and insight to help budget managers perform better - giving you the ability to make a measurable impact at a commercial level of the success of the business. This role will see you getting 'out and about' in the business in your effort to add value and effectively business partner budget managers and other operations staff, therefore a proactive approach, engaging communication style and a commercially-focussed candidate is needed. Ideally you will - Be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) - ideally with experience within retail or FMCG. Be able to confidently gather and organise business requirements in terms of information, KPI requirements and dashboard reporting. Have experience working in a similar role using your macro and Power BI skills to manipulate data. Confidently communication skills to support you in building strong client relationships with financial and non-financial stakeholders. In Return, you will - Have flexibility and autonomy in your role, allowing you to recommend and implement specific changes designed to help you make effective commercial impact in your particular business area. Work in a friendly, flexible and supportive environment with additional perks whilst working on site. Gain experience working within a successful fast paced environment within a well established company. Have the opportunity take on a permanent post within the business after 6 months. This senior role is a great position for an experienced accountant to test their business acumen within a successful developing company, this role is available immediately please apply now to avoid disappointment.
CompanyA fast growing, international FMCG business is seeking a Commercial Analyst/Finance Business Partner to support its continued expansion. The organisation is well known for its high quality branded products and customer centric approach.This role will play a key part in driving commercial performance, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to provide insight, support strategic decision making, and enhance profitability in a dynamic, fast paced environment.Key Responsibilities Provide commercial insight and decision support to senior leaders and crossfunctional teams, enabling informed choices on investments, pricing, and operations Develop and maintain standard costing models, leading BOM based costings for new product launches and initiatives, while evaluating commercial viability, margin sustainability, and exposure to commodity fluctuations Produce monthly management accounts and Board reports, translating complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts, delivering all financial plans aligned with business strategy Design and manage financial models and scenario analysis to evaluate performance, identify risks, and uncover opportunities using KPIs, sales, margin, and cost driver analysis Collaborate closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing teams to embed financial thinking and drive commercially focused outcomes Key Skills preferred Newly qualified or latter stages Part Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or consumer goods environments is highly advantageous Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly Proactive, analytical mindset with strong attention to detail Ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving business environment If you are a newly qualified accountant looking to step into a highly commercial role within a growing international business, we would love to hear from you.Please apply directly or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
CompanyA fast growing, international FMCG business is seeking a Commercial Analyst/Finance Business Partner to support its continued expansion. The organisation is well known for its high quality branded products and customer centric approach.This role will play a key part in driving commercial performance, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to provide insight, support strategic decision making, and enhance profitability in a dynamic, fast paced environment.Key Responsibilities Provide commercial insight and decision support to senior leaders and crossfunctional teams, enabling informed choices on investments, pricing, and operations Develop and maintain standard costing models, leading BOM based costings for new product launches and initiatives, while evaluating commercial viability, margin sustainability, and exposure to commodity fluctuations Produce monthly management accounts and Board reports, translating complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts, delivering all financial plans aligned with business strategy Design and manage financial models and scenario analysis to evaluate performance, identify risks, and uncover opportunities using KPIs, sales, margin, and cost driver analysis Collaborate closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing teams to embed financial thinking and drive commercially focused outcomes Key Skills preferred Newly qualified or latter stages Part Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or consumer goods environments is highly advantageous Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly Proactive, analytical mindset with strong attention to detail Ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving business environment If you are a newly qualified accountant looking to step into a highly commercial role within a growing international business, we would love to hear from you.Please apply directly or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER - RETAIL WIMBLEDON - 2 DAYS OFFICE / 3 DAYS HOME - PERMANENT £70,000 - £75,000 + BENEFITS JOIN A FAST-GROWING CONSUMER BRAND This is a genuinely exciting commercial finance role for someone who wants to get closer to the action. If you enjoy working with the business, influencing decisions, and seeing your work translate into real commercial results, this could be a brilliant next step. We are looking for a Finance Business Partner / Commercial Analyst to join a high-growth consumer brand based in Wimbledon. This role sits right at the heart of the business, partnering closely with marketing, retail, and operations teams to drive performance and support strategic decision making. This is not a role where you sit in the corner producing reports. You will be involved in conversations that shape the direction of the business. WISH LIST Experience supporting commercial teams with insight and financial challenge Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into clear recommendations Background in retail, consumer, eCommerce or FMCG environments THE ROLE Partner with marketing, retail and operational teams to support performance Provide commercial insight to inform strategic and day-to-day decisions Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning cycles Deliver analysis on sales trends, campaigns and product performance Support store performance reviews and commercial initiatives Develop financial models to support investment and growth opportunities Contribute to business case development and evaluation Identify opportunities to improve reporting and commercial insight Help streamline finance processes and drive continuous improvement Present clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders Support wider FP&A activity as the business scales YOUR PROFILE Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, CIMA) Effective communicator - written & verbal Good working knowledge of MS Excel Commercially curious with a proactive mindset Comfortable working in a fast-moving, growth environment SALARY & BENEFITS £70,000 - £75,000 + benefits Hybrid working - typically 2 days in the office Permanent role Collaborative culture with strong leadership support and development focus
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER - RETAIL WIMBLEDON - 2 DAYS OFFICE / 3 DAYS HOME - PERMANENT £70,000 - £75,000 + BENEFITS JOIN A FAST-GROWING CONSUMER BRAND This is a genuinely exciting commercial finance role for someone who wants to get closer to the action. If you enjoy working with the business, influencing decisions, and seeing your work translate into real commercial results, this could be a brilliant next step. We are looking for a Finance Business Partner / Commercial Analyst to join a high-growth consumer brand based in Wimbledon. This role sits right at the heart of the business, partnering closely with marketing, retail, and operations teams to drive performance and support strategic decision making. This is not a role where you sit in the corner producing reports. You will be involved in conversations that shape the direction of the business. WISH LIST Experience supporting commercial teams with insight and financial challenge Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into clear recommendations Background in retail, consumer, eCommerce or FMCG environments THE ROLE Partner with marketing, retail and operational teams to support performance Provide commercial insight to inform strategic and day-to-day decisions Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning cycles Deliver analysis on sales trends, campaigns and product performance Support store performance reviews and commercial initiatives Develop financial models to support investment and growth opportunities Contribute to business case development and evaluation Identify opportunities to improve reporting and commercial insight Help streamline finance processes and drive continuous improvement Present clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders Support wider FP&A activity as the business scales YOUR PROFILE Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, CIMA) Effective communicator - written & verbal Good working knowledge of MS Excel Commercially curious with a proactive mindset Comfortable working in a fast-moving, growth environment SALARY & BENEFITS £70,000 - £75,000 + benefits Hybrid working - typically 2 days in the office Permanent role Collaborative culture with strong leadership support and development focus
We are seeking a Senior Underwriting Performance Analyst to support oversight of underwriting performance across a portfolio of Lloyd's syndicates. Reporting to the Underwriting Performance Manager, this role delivers analytical insight, supports Lloyd's business planning, and contributes to regulatory reporting. Key Responsibilities Analyse underwriting performance, identifying trends, risks, and variances against plan Monitor KPIs across a portfolio of Lloyd's syndicates Support the Lloyd's business planning process, ensuring accurate and complete submissions Prepare performance dashboards and monitoring packs Assist with regulatory underwriting returns to Lloyd's Act as a key contact for clients and Lloyd's on analytical and operational matters Support and guide junior team members as required About You 3+ years' experience in insurance (underwriting, actuarial, finance, or operations) Good understanding of the Lloyd's market and syndicate operations Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail Advanced Excel skills and strong data capability Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders If you are analytical, commercially aware, and looking to develop within the Lloyd's market, we would like to hear from you.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a Senior Underwriting Performance Analyst to support oversight of underwriting performance across a portfolio of Lloyd's syndicates. Reporting to the Underwriting Performance Manager, this role delivers analytical insight, supports Lloyd's business planning, and contributes to regulatory reporting. Key Responsibilities Analyse underwriting performance, identifying trends, risks, and variances against plan Monitor KPIs across a portfolio of Lloyd's syndicates Support the Lloyd's business planning process, ensuring accurate and complete submissions Prepare performance dashboards and monitoring packs Assist with regulatory underwriting returns to Lloyd's Act as a key contact for clients and Lloyd's on analytical and operational matters Support and guide junior team members as required About You 3+ years' experience in insurance (underwriting, actuarial, finance, or operations) Good understanding of the Lloyd's market and syndicate operations Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail Advanced Excel skills and strong data capability Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders If you are analytical, commercially aware, and looking to develop within the Lloyd's market, we would like to hear from you.
NXTGEN are delighted to be partnering with a well-known and highly reputable brand based in Great Yarmouth , who are seeking an FP&A Analyst to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded FP&A professional to play a pivotal role in supporting operational and financial performance through high-quality insight and analysis. As an FP&A Analyst, you will prepare weekly and monthly reporting packs, analyse key performance metrics, and support forecasting and planning cycles. This is a highly visible role, working closely with site stakeholders and the wider finance team to drive improvements and enhance decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Produce weekly calculations and variance analysis on key metrics including production volumes, labour costs, recoveries, fixed costs, and transfer prices Maintain accurate material and finished goods pricing (transfer prices) with regular updates and analysis Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, including KPI analysis, budget/forecast variances, accruals, and journal postings Consolidate data from multiple sources to produce insightful performance reports Lead improvements in data governance, ensuring accuracy and integrity of reporting Perform "what-if" scenario modelling and recommend solutions based on analysis Assist in developing forecasting models and business planning tools Produce routine and ad hoc financial models to support strategic initiatives Share best practices across the wider finance team Support automation and streamlining of reporting processes Maintain compliance with SOX controls and assist with audit-related activities This role is ideal for a driven part- or fully-qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) or a finance professional with strong analytical and manufacturing experience (not essential and willing to mentior and build for the right person) . The successful candidate will be a confident communicator with excellent Excel and data management skills, who enjoys driving continuous improvement and providing actionable business insights.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
NXTGEN are delighted to be partnering with a well-known and highly reputable brand based in Great Yarmouth , who are seeking an FP&A Analyst to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded FP&A professional to play a pivotal role in supporting operational and financial performance through high-quality insight and analysis. As an FP&A Analyst, you will prepare weekly and monthly reporting packs, analyse key performance metrics, and support forecasting and planning cycles. This is a highly visible role, working closely with site stakeholders and the wider finance team to drive improvements and enhance decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Produce weekly calculations and variance analysis on key metrics including production volumes, labour costs, recoveries, fixed costs, and transfer prices Maintain accurate material and finished goods pricing (transfer prices) with regular updates and analysis Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, including KPI analysis, budget/forecast variances, accruals, and journal postings Consolidate data from multiple sources to produce insightful performance reports Lead improvements in data governance, ensuring accuracy and integrity of reporting Perform "what-if" scenario modelling and recommend solutions based on analysis Assist in developing forecasting models and business planning tools Produce routine and ad hoc financial models to support strategic initiatives Share best practices across the wider finance team Support automation and streamlining of reporting processes Maintain compliance with SOX controls and assist with audit-related activities This role is ideal for a driven part- or fully-qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) or a finance professional with strong analytical and manufacturing experience (not essential and willing to mentior and build for the right person) . The successful candidate will be a confident communicator with excellent Excel and data management skills, who enjoys driving continuous improvement and providing actionable business insights.
Wilmslow Based Tech Firm UK and US Exposure Career Step Otto James is working with a growing technology strategy, operations and digital consultancy organisation based near Wilmslow to recruit a Qualified Finance Manager to join their finance team. Why join our client This Finance Manager role offers the chance to shape key processes, partner with senior leaders, and play a visible role in how the business manages performance and growth. You'll join a team that values transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. It's an environment where finance has a genuine voice in strategic conversations. How you'll make an impact Financial Reporting: Producing monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss (P&L), balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Budgeting & Forecasting: Leading annual budgeting cycles and regular re-forecasting to align with company goals. Team Leadership: Managing, mentoring, and developing a finance team (e.g., accounts payable/receivable, analysts). Compliance & Audit: Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and managing relationships with external auditors and HMRC. Risk Management: Identifying financial risks and implementing internal controls to protect company assets. Process Improvement: Driving efficiencies by upgrading financial systems and streamlining workflows. Performance Analysis: Delivering detailed reports on margins, sales trends, and variances against budgets. Strategic Planning: Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Commercial Support: Developing pricing models, evaluating investment appraisals, and supporting contract negotiations or tenders. Operational Insight: Identifying cost-saving opportunities and revenue drivers to enhance ROI. Reporting: Creating and presenting Board-level packs, executive dashboards, and management information (MI) Your Profile ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent Experience in a Tech business will be seen as a plus, but not essential A proven track record of leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A proactive and solution-oriented approach Salary & Benefits As Finance Manager, you'll join a business that values people, flexibility and continuous development. • Salary £45,000-£50,000 plus bonus • Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office) • Pension scheme • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Opportunity to shape finance processes in a growing organisation
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Wilmslow Based Tech Firm UK and US Exposure Career Step Otto James is working with a growing technology strategy, operations and digital consultancy organisation based near Wilmslow to recruit a Qualified Finance Manager to join their finance team. Why join our client This Finance Manager role offers the chance to shape key processes, partner with senior leaders, and play a visible role in how the business manages performance and growth. You'll join a team that values transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. It's an environment where finance has a genuine voice in strategic conversations. How you'll make an impact Financial Reporting: Producing monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss (P&L), balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Budgeting & Forecasting: Leading annual budgeting cycles and regular re-forecasting to align with company goals. Team Leadership: Managing, mentoring, and developing a finance team (e.g., accounts payable/receivable, analysts). Compliance & Audit: Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and managing relationships with external auditors and HMRC. Risk Management: Identifying financial risks and implementing internal controls to protect company assets. Process Improvement: Driving efficiencies by upgrading financial systems and streamlining workflows. Performance Analysis: Delivering detailed reports on margins, sales trends, and variances against budgets. Strategic Planning: Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Commercial Support: Developing pricing models, evaluating investment appraisals, and supporting contract negotiations or tenders. Operational Insight: Identifying cost-saving opportunities and revenue drivers to enhance ROI. Reporting: Creating and presenting Board-level packs, executive dashboards, and management information (MI) Your Profile ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent Experience in a Tech business will be seen as a plus, but not essential A proven track record of leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A proactive and solution-oriented approach Salary & Benefits As Finance Manager, you'll join a business that values people, flexibility and continuous development. • Salary £45,000-£50,000 plus bonus • Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office) • Pension scheme • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Opportunity to shape finance processes in a growing organisation
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-known, high-performing retail business for a Senior Treasury Analyst role, offering £60,000-£80,000. This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, consumer-facing organisation with a strong UK presence and growing international footprint. The business is continuing to invest heavily in its finance function, with treasury playing a central role in supporting trading performance, managing risk, and enabling future growth. You will join an established but evolving treasury team in a role that offers both breadth and visibility. Working closely with senior stakeholders across finance, you will be involved in core treasury activities while also contributing to ongoing transformation and improvement initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Managing daily cash positioning and short-term liquidity across multiple entities Supporting the development and accuracy of cashflow forecasting models Monitoring and optimising working capital to support trading performance Maintaining and strengthening relationships with banking partners Supporting FX exposure management, including analysis and reporting Assisting with treasury reporting, controls, and compliance activities Contributing to process improvements, automation, and treasury-related projects Supporting wider strategic initiatives as the business continues to grow What makes this role particularly attractive: Opportunity to join a recognisable retail brand with strong market presence Broad exposure across treasury, with both operational and project-based work High level of interaction with senior stakeholders across finance A fast-paced, commercial environment where treasury adds real value Clear opportunity for progression and development within a growing business This role would suit someone with solid treasury experience who is looking to step into a more senior, well-rounded position within a dynamic retail environment. Experience in retail, consumer, or other fast-paced sectors would be advantageous, but not essential. Location: UK / Hybrid Salary: £60,000-£80,000 + benefits If you're interested, feel free to reach out directly or apply below.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-known, high-performing retail business for a Senior Treasury Analyst role, offering £60,000-£80,000. This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, consumer-facing organisation with a strong UK presence and growing international footprint. The business is continuing to invest heavily in its finance function, with treasury playing a central role in supporting trading performance, managing risk, and enabling future growth. You will join an established but evolving treasury team in a role that offers both breadth and visibility. Working closely with senior stakeholders across finance, you will be involved in core treasury activities while also contributing to ongoing transformation and improvement initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Managing daily cash positioning and short-term liquidity across multiple entities Supporting the development and accuracy of cashflow forecasting models Monitoring and optimising working capital to support trading performance Maintaining and strengthening relationships with banking partners Supporting FX exposure management, including analysis and reporting Assisting with treasury reporting, controls, and compliance activities Contributing to process improvements, automation, and treasury-related projects Supporting wider strategic initiatives as the business continues to grow What makes this role particularly attractive: Opportunity to join a recognisable retail brand with strong market presence Broad exposure across treasury, with both operational and project-based work High level of interaction with senior stakeholders across finance A fast-paced, commercial environment where treasury adds real value Clear opportunity for progression and development within a growing business This role would suit someone with solid treasury experience who is looking to step into a more senior, well-rounded position within a dynamic retail environment. Experience in retail, consumer, or other fast-paced sectors would be advantageous, but not essential. Location: UK / Hybrid Salary: £60,000-£80,000 + benefits If you're interested, feel free to reach out directly or apply below.
Senior Finance Analyst - Manufacturing & Operations Location: North Somerset Salary: Up to £63,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits We're looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to be a trusted partner within the organisation. You'll provide insight, financial analysis, and strategic support to drive operational performance, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering: Act as the go-to finance expert for site managers, providing insights on cost drivers, material usage, labour efficiency, waste, and overheads. Financial Planning & Reporting: Lead monthly P&L analysis, forecasting, and budgeting. Deliver clear cost centre reports highlighting variances and trends. Manufacturing Costing & Inventory: Analyse production variances, monitor WIP, support standard cost updates, and optimise inventory and working capital. Systems & Reporting: Maintain and improve SAP ERP reports; automate reporting processes using Excel/Power BI. Controls & Continuous Improvement: Ensure compliance with internal controls, support audits, and drive process improvements across finance and operations. Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience in manufacturing finance. Strong financial modelling, analytical, and business partnering skills. Experience with SAP ERP (FI/CO, PP, MM) and Power BI desirable. Knowledge of product costing, BOMs, routings, and production processes. Excellent communicator, able to influence senior operational teams. Hands-on, proactive, and commercially focused with a continuous improvement mindset. Benefits Flexible working options 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Bonus scheme (up to 7.5% of salary) Pension contribution up to 8% Life assurance (4x salary) Cash health plan Access to fitness and wellbeing programmes Supportive culture with employee clubs, social activities, and professional development opportunities Apply now to join a forward-thinking, dynamic operations finance team and make a real impact across the business.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Finance Analyst - Manufacturing & Operations Location: North Somerset Salary: Up to £63,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits We're looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to be a trusted partner within the organisation. You'll provide insight, financial analysis, and strategic support to drive operational performance, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering: Act as the go-to finance expert for site managers, providing insights on cost drivers, material usage, labour efficiency, waste, and overheads. Financial Planning & Reporting: Lead monthly P&L analysis, forecasting, and budgeting. Deliver clear cost centre reports highlighting variances and trends. Manufacturing Costing & Inventory: Analyse production variances, monitor WIP, support standard cost updates, and optimise inventory and working capital. Systems & Reporting: Maintain and improve SAP ERP reports; automate reporting processes using Excel/Power BI. Controls & Continuous Improvement: Ensure compliance with internal controls, support audits, and drive process improvements across finance and operations. Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience in manufacturing finance. Strong financial modelling, analytical, and business partnering skills. Experience with SAP ERP (FI/CO, PP, MM) and Power BI desirable. Knowledge of product costing, BOMs, routings, and production processes. Excellent communicator, able to influence senior operational teams. Hands-on, proactive, and commercially focused with a continuous improvement mindset. Benefits Flexible working options 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Bonus scheme (up to 7.5% of salary) Pension contribution up to 8% Life assurance (4x salary) Cash health plan Access to fitness and wellbeing programmes Supportive culture with employee clubs, social activities, and professional development opportunities Apply now to join a forward-thinking, dynamic operations finance team and make a real impact across the business.
Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a high-impact Finance Business Partner role? Come and join our team to drive profitability and deliver superior commercial analysis for our Showroom business unit.The Role: As a Finance Business Partner, you will become a key member of a dedicated team focused on supporting our commercial and operational groups. The core of this role is to deliver high-quality analysis and reporting that enables optimal decision-making. You will work in close collaboration with FP&A and business partners to enhance profitability within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.As the Finance Business Partner you will need the confidence to build strong relationships, utilise support networks, and deliver excellent business partnering to your stakeholders. We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who can accurately follow procedures while maintaining effective communication across both Finance and Non-Finance teams.Key Responsibilities Act as the primary financial liaison at management and trading meetings, articulating key performance metrics and trends to ensure the business stays on track.Provide valuable, commercially focused reporting to equip stakeholders with the information needed for informed decision-making and margin improvement.Work as a dedicated Finance Business Partner to collaborate with various teams to complete annual planning cycles, including 5-year plans, budgets, and reforecasts.Appraise investment proposals and conduct post-implementation reviews to support the wider business investment strategy.Track key business initiatives and continuously review performance reporting to improve KPI metrics and drive growth.Ensure the highest level of Finance Business Partnering by overseeing the production of monthly management accounts and managing data cleansing to ensure all analytical insights are consistent and accurate.Identify the correct analytical lens for complex requests, ensuring data integrity through expert judgment and experience.Prioritize time toward the greatest value creation for the business, offering clear recommendations to improve margin and working capital.This is a hybrid-based opportunity with true flexibility to work from home 3 days a week, with 2 days in our head office in Crick, NorthamptonshireYou: You'll live and breathe our Customer First ethos, with an innovative and agile approach to problem-solving. You'll enjoy working collaboratively with the wider Finance team and you'll thrive on delivering excellent support to the wider team.Whilst our preference is for someone to be fully qualified in either ACA / ACCA / CIMA, we will also consider more junior applicants who are currently part-qualified and studying with a few exams left to completeSkills and competencies Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills and experience manipulating large data sets; knowledge of SQL and Data Studio is preferred for modern Finance Business Partnering.Proven experience with sales and margin analysis, vendor management, and working capital management.A track record of providing financial challenge and support, with the ability to translate complex data for non-finance stakeholders.Ideally part-qualified and actively pursuing a professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) to progress your career as a Finance Business PartnerBackground in a large company within the FMCG, Retail, or Wholesale sectors is highly desirable.It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Finance Analyst, Finance BP, Finance Business Partner, Finance Partner, Financial Accountant, Finance Analyst, CIMA Qualified, ACCA Qualified, ACA Qualified, FMCG, eCommerce, Online, Digital, Retail, Manufacturing, Building Products, Plumbing & Heating, Construction. Us; From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a high-impact Finance Business Partner role? Come and join our team to drive profitability and deliver superior commercial analysis for our Showroom business unit.The Role: As a Finance Business Partner, you will become a key member of a dedicated team focused on supporting our commercial and operational groups. The core of this role is to deliver high-quality analysis and reporting that enables optimal decision-making. You will work in close collaboration with FP&A and business partners to enhance profitability within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.As the Finance Business Partner you will need the confidence to build strong relationships, utilise support networks, and deliver excellent business partnering to your stakeholders. We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who can accurately follow procedures while maintaining effective communication across both Finance and Non-Finance teams.Key Responsibilities Act as the primary financial liaison at management and trading meetings, articulating key performance metrics and trends to ensure the business stays on track.Provide valuable, commercially focused reporting to equip stakeholders with the information needed for informed decision-making and margin improvement.Work as a dedicated Finance Business Partner to collaborate with various teams to complete annual planning cycles, including 5-year plans, budgets, and reforecasts.Appraise investment proposals and conduct post-implementation reviews to support the wider business investment strategy.Track key business initiatives and continuously review performance reporting to improve KPI metrics and drive growth.Ensure the highest level of Finance Business Partnering by overseeing the production of monthly management accounts and managing data cleansing to ensure all analytical insights are consistent and accurate.Identify the correct analytical lens for complex requests, ensuring data integrity through expert judgment and experience.Prioritize time toward the greatest value creation for the business, offering clear recommendations to improve margin and working capital.This is a hybrid-based opportunity with true flexibility to work from home 3 days a week, with 2 days in our head office in Crick, NorthamptonshireYou: You'll live and breathe our Customer First ethos, with an innovative and agile approach to problem-solving. You'll enjoy working collaboratively with the wider Finance team and you'll thrive on delivering excellent support to the wider team.Whilst our preference is for someone to be fully qualified in either ACA / ACCA / CIMA, we will also consider more junior applicants who are currently part-qualified and studying with a few exams left to completeSkills and competencies Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills and experience manipulating large data sets; knowledge of SQL and Data Studio is preferred for modern Finance Business Partnering.Proven experience with sales and margin analysis, vendor management, and working capital management.A track record of providing financial challenge and support, with the ability to translate complex data for non-finance stakeholders.Ideally part-qualified and actively pursuing a professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) to progress your career as a Finance Business PartnerBackground in a large company within the FMCG, Retail, or Wholesale sectors is highly desirable.It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Finance Analyst, Finance BP, Finance Business Partner, Finance Partner, Financial Accountant, Finance Analyst, CIMA Qualified, ACCA Qualified, ACA Qualified, FMCG, eCommerce, Online, Digital, Retail, Manufacturing, Building Products, Plumbing & Heating, Construction. Us; From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
FP&A Analyst - Technology Sector (Permanent, Fully Qualified) Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Salary: £60,000-£75,000 + Bonus + Benefits About the Role We're looking for a commercially minded and fully qualified FP&A Analyst to join a scaling technology business. This is a critical role for someone who enjoys working with data, building financial models, and partnering cross-functionally to influence strategic decisions. You'll support forecasting, planning, and performance analytics across SaaS metrics, product lines, customer cohorts and go-to-market teams. This opportunity is perfect for an ambitious analyst eager to progress in a high-growth tech environment. What We Offer Hybrid working in a modern, product-driven, innovative culture Exposure to SaaS metrics (ARR/MRR, churn, CAC, LTV) and unit economics Clear development towards Senior FP&A Analyst / Finance Business Partner Opportunity to work closely with Product, Engineering, Data, and GTM teams Fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with real ownership Key Responsibilities Deliver accurate monthly forecasts, annual budgets and long-range planning Own KPI reporting across revenue, customer behaviour, and operating metrics Build, enhance and maintain financial models supporting scenario planning Partner with Product and Engineering on feature economics and roadmap prioritisation Work with Sales & Marketing to analyse pipeline, CAC payback, and channel performance Support Board and investor reporting with data-driven insight Improve reporting automation using BI tools (Power BI, Looker, Tableau) Analyse trends, risks, and opportunities, turning insight into clear recommendations Requirements Fully qualified: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA Experience in FP&A, commercial finance or financial analysis (tech sector preferred) Strong Excel modelling skills; BI and SQL exposure advantageous Understanding of SaaS metrics, ARR/MRR, churn, LTV, CAC, and cohort analysis Ability to communicate complex data clearly to commercial and technical stakeholders A proactive problem-solver with strong analytical and presentation skills Enjoys working in a scaling, fast-paced tech environment Ready to accelerate your FP&A career in tech? Apply today and join a high-growth technology company where your insights directly shape product, strategy, and commercial performance.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
FP&A Analyst - Technology Sector (Permanent, Fully Qualified) Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Salary: £60,000-£75,000 + Bonus + Benefits About the Role We're looking for a commercially minded and fully qualified FP&A Analyst to join a scaling technology business. This is a critical role for someone who enjoys working with data, building financial models, and partnering cross-functionally to influence strategic decisions. You'll support forecasting, planning, and performance analytics across SaaS metrics, product lines, customer cohorts and go-to-market teams. This opportunity is perfect for an ambitious analyst eager to progress in a high-growth tech environment. What We Offer Hybrid working in a modern, product-driven, innovative culture Exposure to SaaS metrics (ARR/MRR, churn, CAC, LTV) and unit economics Clear development towards Senior FP&A Analyst / Finance Business Partner Opportunity to work closely with Product, Engineering, Data, and GTM teams Fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with real ownership Key Responsibilities Deliver accurate monthly forecasts, annual budgets and long-range planning Own KPI reporting across revenue, customer behaviour, and operating metrics Build, enhance and maintain financial models supporting scenario planning Partner with Product and Engineering on feature economics and roadmap prioritisation Work with Sales & Marketing to analyse pipeline, CAC payback, and channel performance Support Board and investor reporting with data-driven insight Improve reporting automation using BI tools (Power BI, Looker, Tableau) Analyse trends, risks, and opportunities, turning insight into clear recommendations Requirements Fully qualified: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA Experience in FP&A, commercial finance or financial analysis (tech sector preferred) Strong Excel modelling skills; BI and SQL exposure advantageous Understanding of SaaS metrics, ARR/MRR, churn, LTV, CAC, and cohort analysis Ability to communicate complex data clearly to commercial and technical stakeholders A proactive problem-solver with strong analytical and presentation skills Enjoys working in a scaling, fast-paced tech environment Ready to accelerate your FP&A career in tech? Apply today and join a high-growth technology company where your insights directly shape product, strategy, and commercial performance.
Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment are partnering with a leading, fast-growing business to recruit a Senior FP&A Analyst with strong experience in Workday Adaptive Planning to join their dynamic team in London. This is a high-profile, commercial role supporting senior leaders with insight, forecasting and planning across the business. In this role, you would work closely with both the Head of FP&A and the CFO. The role: Own key budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning cycles, leveraging Workday Adaptive Planning to drive efficient, accurate outputs. Build and maintain driver-based financial models to support scenario analysis, strategic initiatives and investment decisions. Produce high-quality management reporting packs, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders. Business partner with functional and regional teams to challenge assumptions, track performance and support decision-making. Lead variance analysis on actuals vs budget/forecast, identifying risks, opportunities and performance trends. Act as a subject matter expert for Workday Adaptive Planning, championing best practice, training users and improving templates, workflows and dashboards. Support continuous improvement of FP&A processes, using Adaptive to streamline data, reduce manual work and enable faster, more insightful planning. About you: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience, with a strong track record in FP&A or commercial finance. Hands-on experience with Workday Adaptive Planning in a budgeting, forecasting or reporting context is essential . Strong financial modelling and Excel skills, comfortable working with large data sets and multiple scenarios. Confident communicator, able to build relationships and influence non-finance stakeholders at a senior level. Proven experience in a fast-paced, multi-site or international environment is advantageous but not essential. By applying, you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment are partnering with a leading, fast-growing business to recruit a Senior FP&A Analyst with strong experience in Workday Adaptive Planning to join their dynamic team in London. This is a high-profile, commercial role supporting senior leaders with insight, forecasting and planning across the business. In this role, you would work closely with both the Head of FP&A and the CFO. The role: Own key budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning cycles, leveraging Workday Adaptive Planning to drive efficient, accurate outputs. Build and maintain driver-based financial models to support scenario analysis, strategic initiatives and investment decisions. Produce high-quality management reporting packs, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders. Business partner with functional and regional teams to challenge assumptions, track performance and support decision-making. Lead variance analysis on actuals vs budget/forecast, identifying risks, opportunities and performance trends. Act as a subject matter expert for Workday Adaptive Planning, championing best practice, training users and improving templates, workflows and dashboards. Support continuous improvement of FP&A processes, using Adaptive to streamline data, reduce manual work and enable faster, more insightful planning. About you: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience, with a strong track record in FP&A or commercial finance. Hands-on experience with Workday Adaptive Planning in a budgeting, forecasting or reporting context is essential . Strong financial modelling and Excel skills, comfortable working with large data sets and multiple scenarios. Confident communicator, able to build relationships and influence non-finance stakeholders at a senior level. Proven experience in a fast-paced, multi-site or international environment is advantageous but not essential. By applying, you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
