Lead FP&A Analyst Watford, Hertfordshire Up to £70,000 plus bonus
Position Overview: We are looking for a Lead FP&A Analyst to join a vibrant finance team. This pivotal role will focus on enhancing financial performance through strategic analysis, reporting, and collaboration with various stakeholders across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Consolidation & Reporting: o Manage the preparation and consolidation of financial statements on a monthly basis, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards. o Analyse and present financial results to management, highlighting key insights and performance indicators.
Strategic Financial Planning: o Lead the development of financial forecasts and long-term strategic plans that support the company's growth objectives. o Create and refine financial models that assist in evaluating business initiatives and capital expenditures.
Audit Leadership: o Coordinate and manage external audits, ensuring all requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
Stakeholder Collaboration: o Develop and deliver impactful presentations for executive meetings, offering clear financial insights and recommendations. o Work closely with cross-functional teams to foster best practices in financial management and improve overall financial literacy within the organisation.
Market Analysis & Insights: o Perform market and competitor analysis to inform strategic business decisions and identify potential areas for improvement. o Provide support to the FD in communicating financial results and strategies to leadership teams.
Ad-Hoc Financial Analysis: o Conducts specialised
financial analyses as needed to address unique business challenges and opportunities.
Skills and Experience: * Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). * Background in finance or accounting within a corporate environment, ideally with experience in a complex organisation. * Strong understanding of accounting principles, with familiarity in international financial regulations preferred. * Experience using business intelligence tools and financial software to analyse data effectively. * Proven ability in developing comprehensive financial reports and models tailored to business needs. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to simplify complex financial concepts for diverse audiences. * Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration and relationship-building across various departments.
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