Job Description
Financial Planning Analyst - 6-Month Contract
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire (Hybrid working)
Contract: Temporary - circa 6 months
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: Circa 350- 390p/day (Inside IR35)
We're partnering with a well-regarded organisation to recruit a Financial Planning Analyst on a temporary basis (approximately 6 months). This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a collaborative team and support key forecasting and planning activities during a period of high business activity.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Planning Manager in maintaining a rolling forecast and updating statutory models including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and debt/interest.
Assist with the preparation of financial forecasts and business plans through close collaboration with multiple departments and stakeholders.
Perform scenario planning, what-if analysis, and contribute to the creation of high-quality presentation materials for senior leadership.
Help enhance planning processes and key financial drivers in partnership with operational and wider finance teams.
Contribute to the development and refinement of the company's cash flow model, reviewing assumptions and ensuring alignment with trading plans and payment cycles.
Produce weekly cash flow reports for review and distribution to senior stakeholders including board members.
Conduct analysis to support accurate cash forecasting and provide additional ad-hoc financial insight where required.
Ideal Candidate:
Experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally within a fast-paced or changing environment. Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA).
Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally and present to senior stakeholders.
Proactive and analytical, with a strong attention to detail and a collaborative working style.
This is a hybrid role, with a mix of remote and office-based work from the Aylesbury site. The business offers a welcoming and supportive team environment.
Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.