Financial Planning & Analysis Assistant
Financial Planning & Analysis Assistant | LS27 | Hybrid Working
Your new company
This company is a UK-based online platform that specialises in buying and selling pre-loved vintage items including antiques, watches, gold, and cameras. They are committed to sustainability, ensuring that all items receive a new lease of life and do not end up in landfills.Founded in 2016, they have found great success and profitability, and are subsequently on a very exciting rapid growth journey. This includes recently establishing a presence in the Netherlands. If you are an ambitious individual who is eager to join a company with high-growth opportunities where you will be able to make a real difference, then this is the role for you!
Your new role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Planning & Analysis Assistant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will support the FP&A team in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. This role is crucial for providing insights that drive strategic decision-making and improve financial performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering and analysing data.
- Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and discrepancies.
- Collaborate with various departments to collect and validate financial information.
- Maintain and update financial models and databases.
- Prepare presentations and reports for senior management.
- Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as needed.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Extract data, build dashboards, and surface metrics to different teams.
- Partner with business units to help them become more data-driven and analytical.
- Manage cash flow forecasting and budgeting.
- CIMA or ACCA qualified or equivalent
- 3 + years of experience within a finance team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling.
- Experience of using SAGE is desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Ability to be adaptable and work at pace.
- £40,000-50,000
- Flexitime and Hybrid working arrangements (2 days from home)
- Competitive pension and healthcare package
- Opportunities for professional development and progress
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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