Seeking a motivated FP&A Analyst for a 5 month contract in Ayr, Scotland. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in financial planning and budgeting, with a focus on on-site presence in Ayr or Kilmarnock for 3 days a week.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting processes, preparing and consolidating the annual budget.
* Analyse budget submissions against current financial performance, forecast outturn and strategic goals/targets, identifying key drivers of variance and providing actionable insights.
* Support in the preparation of financial budget reports and dashboards for management, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.
* Additional Responsibilities:
* Support the month end reporting process and develop local entity reporting from group data submissions.
* Collaborate with the wider finance community to support strategic goals and ensure alignment with financial goals.
* Conduct ad hoc financial analysis, including scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.
* Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting efficiency.
* Develop dashboards/BI reporting to support financial and business performance analysis.
* Requirements:
* 5+ years of experience in FP&A, finance, or a related role.
* Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools.
* Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH) and VBA skills desirable.
* Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
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