FP&A Analyst

Location: Cheltenham / HybridDepartment: Finance
Reports to: Head of FP&A

Hays Senior Finance are partnering with a progressive and forward-thinking financial services business based in Cheltenham. You will be joining a dynamic finance team and play a key role in shaping strategic decisions through insightful analysis and robust financial modelling.
About the Role
As an FP&A Analyst, you'll be part of a high-performing team responsible for delivering high-quality analysis that supports business decision-making. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure assumptions are well-founded and provide timely, accurate financial insights to drive strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models and forecasts.
• Deliver financial insights and scenario analysis to support strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Analyse data trends and collaborate with stakeholders to underpin modelling assumptions.
• Track benefits of strategic programmes and produce analysis for investors and debt providers.
• Identify cost efficiencies and opportunities for savings across the business.
• Support cashflow management, acquisition due diligence, and sector trend analysis.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the FP&A function.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 3+ years' post-qualification experience.
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Ability to simplify complex financial information for diverse audiences.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to perform under pressure.

• Hybrid working model based in Cheltenham.
• Opportunity to work on strategic projects with senior stakeholders.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.