FP&A Analyst - Forecasting & Insights (Manufacturing)

Crane Co.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing company located in Leicester, UK, seeks a Financial Analyst to support financial forecasting and performance measurement. This position requires working closely with cross-functional teams to provide comprehensive reports and analysis. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting, with 1 to 2 years of FP&A experience, preferably in manufacturing. The ideal candidate will be proficient in HFM and MS Office, and adept in analytical methods to enhance reporting tools.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of FP&A experience, preferably within a manufacturing company.
• Experience with scripting languages like JavaScript, VB, NET, Python, PERL is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the Operating Plan and Forecasting process.
• Provide weekly and monthly reporting and analysis to Senior Leadership.
• Assist in preparation of presentations for planning cycles.
• Support business unit FP&A team.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Business or Accounting

Tools

HFM (Hyperion Financial Management)

MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel Macros)

Enterprise Resource Planning System (SAP)

Robotic Process Automation (Uipath)

Data Visualization Tools (Power BI, Tableau)

Job description

A prominent manufacturing company located in Leicester, UK, seeks a Financial Analyst to support financial forecasting and performance measurement. This position requires working closely with cross-functional teams to provide comprehensive reports and analysis. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting, with 1 to 2 years of FP&A experience, preferably in manufacturing. The ideal candidate will be proficient in HFM and MS Office, and adept in analytical methods to enhance reporting tools.