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.
- 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
- 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 judgment 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 and Contract Details
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
Adecco is a disability-confident employer.
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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