Financial Planning Analyst

Robert Half is partnering with a growing business to recruit a commercially minded Management Accountant / FPandA Analyst on a 9 month fixed term contract. Reporting directly into the Head of FPandA, this role will play a key part in strengthening financial planning, reporting and business performance processes during a busy and transformative period for the finance function.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified finance professional with strong management accounting experience and exposure to business partnering. The successful candidate will join a small, collaborative team and have the opportunity to develop their FPandA capabilities under the guidance of an experienced finance leader.South Manchester - 4 days in office. 9 month fixed term contract. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Head of FPandA with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.Build and develop robust financial models to support business decision making.Produce accurate and insightful management accounts and performance reporting.Analyse financial results, identifying key trends, risks and opportunities.Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and challenge.Assist with business improvement initiatives and process enhancements.Develop reporting tools, dashboards, and analysis to improve visibility of business performance.Support month-end and forecasting cycles as required.Contribute to the development of financial controls, ..... full job details .....