Fp&a Analyst - Blackburn, United Kingdom - Simpson Judge Ltd

Simpson Judge Ltd

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Blackburn, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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FP&A Analyst
Location - Blackburn
Salary - £55,000 DOE
Simpson Judge are working with a world-leading retailer, with offices based in Blackburn.

Responsibilities:

Work closely with BI & Country Commercial Finance Teams to provide collaboration and deeper understanding of key P&L lines and metrics
Focus on a standardised approach to analysis of business streams / cost areas to ensure deeper understanding of trading
Deliver timely analysis of market and competitor comparatives
Work closely with the business real estate colleagues and Fixed Asset teams to provide detailed capital ROI analysis on a regular basis
Key support for strategic decision making including modelling of initiatives using business knowledge and data
Support the implementation of SAP Analytics Cloud Reporting
Prepare regular presentations on findings which are clear and concise, and identify the key trends and drivers to inform business decision making at a strategic level
Provide support, information and guidance to inform stakeholders including scenario modelling
Support the annual budget preparation providing key insights and challenge based on data driven analysis
Adhoc analysis as requested by the key stakeholders including Executive and board requests
Work with the wider FP&A team to create optimal financial models to support strategic decision making and long term forecasting
Newly or Part Qualified (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) or QBE, several years industry experience is essential
Strong business acumen with experience across the finance function
Strong communication and business partnering skills, comfortable communicating to stakeholders across all levels and disciplines
Ability to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing business environment
Ability to multitask, and meet deadlines on a timely basis
Selfstarter with a continual improvement attitude
Creativity, flexibility and an entrepreneurial mindset to the solution of business issues
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problemsolving skills
Strong MS Office skills, Advanced Excel is essential. BI Tool and SAP Experience are desirable