Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join our fast-growing Group Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. The ideal candidate will have a strong FP&A Reporting background while also excelling in the preparation of data packs and presentations.
This role supports the R&D Finance Business Partner on activities related to the actuals, forecasting and budgeting. Responsibilities include:
- Prepare and support the analysis of the consolidated view of actuals, forecast and budget as well as ad hoc analysis and interrogation of variances
- Support and perform headcount reconciliations and forecasting, running simulations
- Responsible for collating financials for existing and new projects within R&D
- Analyzing functional recharges and allocations to R&D
- Supporting PO approval process
- Ad hoc analysis and reconciliations
- Ability to deliver in a fast paced, transformational environment driving change and continuous improvement with a positive attitude and critical mindset
- Ability to work under pressure and capable of managing numerous work streams at once
- Ability to show attention to detail while working with large volumes of data, but also be able to step back and see “the big picture”
- A natural problem solver who creates solutions where standard processes don’t exist
- Highly flexible and collaborative personality
- A confident communicator with good interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English language
- Excel and ERP experience
- University degree-educated, preferably in the field of Finance (or equivalent training or work experience)
- 3-4 years of related experience.
- Desirable if qualified or studying for a Finance qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA)
We believe that coming together as a community, in person, is important for innovation, connection and fostering a sense of belonging. Our roles have the right balance of remote and in-office working to enable flexibility for managing your life along with ensuring a real connection with your colleagues and the broader IFS community.
