Your new company
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills who wants to develop their career in financial planning and analysis within a supportive and collaborative environment for a growing forward-thinking company.The FP&A Assistant will play a key role in supporting the FD with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance analysis, helping drive informed business decisions.

Your new role

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Produce variance analysis (actuals vs budget/forecast)
• Maintain and enhance financial models and spreadsheets
• Support cash flow forecasting and reporting
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes
• Contribute to KPI reporting and performance analysis
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Support improvements in reporting processes and financial controls
• Collaborate with departments to gather financial insights
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and business projects

What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for a candidate with strong Excel capabilities (including pivot tables and advanced formulas), excellent numerical and analytical skills, and a high level of attention to detail. You should be well-organised, able to manage your time effectively, and comfortable communicating with a range of stakeholders. Previous experience in a finance or accounting role is essential, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Ideally, you will be studying towards ACCA or CIMA (or be qualified by experience) and have exposure to tools such as Power BI or other reporting systems. Experience within the professional services sector and knowledge of finance systems such as Sage or Xero would be advantageous. We're looking for someone who demonstrates strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, commercial awareness, and professionalism, with a collaborative and adaptable approach to their work.

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options are available, heavily weighted towards working from home. You will also receive a quarterly bonus (depending on profitability), some flexibility on start/finish times, a pension and regular team building away days. Above all, this is an opportunity to join a positive, inclusive and forward-thinking company that can offer a hands-on role, support with long-term stability.

What you need to do now
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