FP&A Analyst

FP&A Analyst - Essex (4 days per week in the office) - £60,000 + 10% bonus We are working with a highly regarded and growing business seeking an FP&A Analyst to join its team in Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant (or 1-2 years post-qualified) looking to step into a commercially focused role with real exposure to senior stakeholders. The hiring manager is particularly keen to meet candidates trained in Audit (ACA/ACCA), who are now looking to move into a role where they can combine strong technical grounding with genuine business partnering. This is not just a reporting role - it's an opportunity to add value, influence decision-making, and translate financial information into clear, practical insights for non-finance colleagues. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll be working closely with teams across the group. A little more about the role..... As the FP&A analyst, you will support the Finance Manager and wider finance team in delivering: Commercial and financial analysis to support operational decision-making Monthly management information across core and JV activities Financial control, including balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining a robust control environment Half-year and year-end reporting, liaising with Group Finance and external auditors JV reporting, funding requests and ad hoc analysis Debtor reporting and cash flow oversight Review outputs from junior team members (month-end journals, banking journals, funding requests, debtor analysis etc.) Provide coaching and informal mentoring to junior colleagues Support continuous improvement initiatives across systems and processes Partner with regional stakeholders to provide clear financial insight and challenge where appropriate A little bit about you.... ACA/ACCA qualified (ideally trained in Audit) Confident communicator with the ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders Newly qualified or up to 2 years post-qualified Excellent Excel skills Strong technical accounting knowledge Commercially aware and naturally inquisitive High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure Team-oriented with the confidence to challenge constructively This role offers genuine exposure to senior leadership, strong development potential, and the opportunity to build a career in a commercially focused finance environment. If you're an auditor looking for your first move into industry - or a recently qualified accountant ready to step into a visible, business-facing role - this could be an excellent next step. FP&A Analyst - Essex (4 days per week in the office) - £60,000 + 10% bonus