Key Achievements:

• Developed budgeting and forecasting models that improved accuracy by 25%, enhancing financial planning.

• Streamlined reporting processes, reducing preparation time for monthly management packs by 30%.

• Identified cost-saving opportunities, contributing £150,000 in operational efficiencies.

• Created dashboards and KPI reports, enabling better visibility of business performance for senior management.

• Supported strategic initiatives through detailed financial analysis, contributing to £200,000 additional revenue.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and management accounts for business units and corporate functions.

• Analyse financial performance, highlighting trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.

• Develop and maintain financial models to support planning, forecasting, and decision-making.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for senior management.

• Conduct variance analysis between actuals, forecasts, and budgets, providing actionable insights.

• Collaborate with operational teams to gather data and validate assumptions.

• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics to assess business performance.

• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis for strategic projects, investment decisions, and business cases.

• Maintain documentation of models, assumptions, and financial analysis methodologies.

• Support month-end and year-end reporting processes.

• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.

• Identify areas for cost optimisation and revenue enhancement.

• Assist in scenario planning and sensitivity analysis for strategic decision-making.

• Liaise with accounting, finance, and operational teams to resolve discrepancies and gather insights.

• Participate in continuous professional development (CPD) and training on FP&A tools and techniques.

• Provide recommendations to senior management on financial planning and performance improvement.

• Support cross-functional initiatives and special projects with financial expertise.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Prepare presentations and reports for executive leadership and stakeholders.

• Uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards in all financial activities.