Jobs, fresher vacancy - FP&A Analyst • UK

Company: Executive Network Group

UK

FP&A Analyst: (Fixed-Term Contract, Permanent Potential) Location: West Midlands (Hybrid – 1 day WFH after induction) Contract Type: 12-month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential for longer-term opportunity) Salary: Up to £48,000 + benefits Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 08:30–16:30) About the Opportunity We’re supporting a global engineering and technology organisation in their search for an FP&A to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers the rare chance to work across both UK and Ireland finance functions, giving you broad exposure to both core management accounting and financial planning and analysis. You’ll initially focus on UK reporting, supporting the UK Finance Manager. It’s a varied, hands on finance role that will suit someone who thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment and is open to future career opportunities within a global group. Key Responsibilities Management Reporting & Month-EndLead the preparation of monthly management accounts for UK and Ireland business unitsDeliver Profit & Loss statements, balance sheets, variance analysis, and commentaryOversee monthly and quarterly reporting cycles for local and regional stakeholdersProvide detailed analysis of monthly results and performance trendsFinancial Planning & AnalysisLead the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecastsConduct financial modelling and variance analysis to support strategic decision-makingSupport regional FP&A initiatives as new systems are implementedOperational FinanceOversee AP, AR, and treasury functions to ensure accuracy and compliancePrepare and submit VAT returns (UK and Ireland) and Intrastat reports (Ireland)Own commercial controlling tasks including sales reporting and margin analysisMaintain the debtor ledger across two legal entities, keeping overdue debt within group targetsCoordinate external audits and support tax return processesCandidate Profile Essential RequirementsQBE or studying towards AAT/CIMA/ACCAAt least 2 years’ experience in FP&A and/or management accountingExperience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred)Advanced Excel skills (financial modelling, forecasting, reporting)Strong analytical mindset and attention to detailComfortable working with multiple stakeholders across UK and EMEA regionsAble to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environmentDesirableExposure to regional finance or EMEA FP&AExperience working within industrial, engineering or manufacturing sectorsFamiliarity with commercial finance processes (margin tracking, sales reporting)Why Join?Opportunity to work with both local and regional finance leadershipGain valuable experience in FP&A, commercial finance, and systems transformationJoin a global organisation with long-term career opportunitiesHybrid working and a collaborative team cultureIf you feel this role aligns to your experience and your next step, we would love to discuss further and look forward to your cv / application.