Senior FP&A Analyst

Job Title: Senior FP&A Analyst

Pay Bracket: £60,000k - £70,000k DOE

Location: West Horndon, Brentwood

We’re on the lookout for a switched-on, forward-thinking Senior FP&A Analyst to join a global leader in supply chain solutions within the aerospace industry. Our client, a highly innovative and fast-paced organisation, is seeking a bright, dynamic individual who can help take their financial planning and decision-making to the next level.

In this high-impact role, you’ll be at the heart of the action, working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to provide sharp financial analysis, create robust financial models, and deliver insightful forecasts that guide strategic initiatives. If you’re someone who thrives on solving complex problems and driving business performance through data-driven decisions, this is the perfect opportunity for you. This is a role for someone who’s not just reactive but proactively shaping the future direction of the business.

Benefits:

• Hybrid Working + Flexible working hours
• Company bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• On-site parking
• Company bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Holiday buy back scheme

Responsibilities as a Senior FP&A Analyst:

• Lead the preparation and management of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial plans.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to identify key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide actionable insights that help improve business performance and drive strategic goals.
• Prepare and present regular financial reports to key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and clarity.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial plans with business objectives, ensuring sustainable growth.
• Support strategic decision-making with scenario analysis, financial modelling, and forecasting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial planning and reporting processes.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in FP&A to bring innovative ideas and solutions to the business.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong background in FP&A, ideally in a senior role.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial finance with the ability to influence decisions.
• Advanced Excel skills; comfortable handling large datasets.
• Proven track record of delivering actionable insights in high-growth environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Confident communicator, able to present complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Self-driven, proactive, and process improvement focused.
• Experience with Power BI, SQL, and Python is a plus.

*Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*