Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to work within the Thames Valley Police Force

Our client, a prominent player in the public sector, is seeking a talented and driven Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join their dynamic team in Kidlington.

This temporary full-time role working 37 hours per week Monday to Friday Hybrid, with an attractive hourly rate of 33.62, is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional looking to make a significant impact on financial decision-making processes.

Please note this role is subject to Police Vetting, you will need to have been residing within the UK for minimum of 5 years continually

About the Role:
The Senior FP&A Analyst will play a pivotal role in leading robust financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. This position is instrumental in driving effective decision-making across the organisation. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading detailed financial analysis of business performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Taking ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organisational objectives.
• Supporting the annual budget-setting process, coordinating submissions, and challenging assumptions.
• Producing high-quality management information, reporting packs, and dashboards with insightful commentary.
• Developing and maintaining complex financial models for business cases and strategic initiatives.
• Leading the development of KPIs and operational metrics to enhance understanding of business performance.
• Identifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities across FP&A processes.
• Coaching and supporting junior analysts, promoting best practises in financial analysis and stakeholder engagement.

What Our Client Is Looking For:
To excel in this role, candidates should possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) or QBE with significant experience in FP&A, business partnering, or management accounting.
• Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and performance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex modelling and scenario analysis.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex financial information to a diverse range of audiences, including senior stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Proven experience in identifying and implementing process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills to influence decision-making.
• Ability to coach, support, and develop junior team members.

Why Join Our Client?
This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment where autonomy and judgement are valued. The Senior FP&A Analyst will manage multiple pieces of complex analytical work and present findings to senior stakeholders, significantly influencing business decisions through data-driven insights.

Location: Kidlington
Contract Type: Temporary
Contract Length: July 2027
Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week
Hourly Rate: 33.62 per hour

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to meaningful financial planning within the public sector, this opportunity awaits! Please submit your application today to embark on a rewarding career journey with our client.

Take the next step in your career as a Senior FP&A Analyst and make a difference!

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