Financial Planning Analyst

FP&A Analyst | North West London | Hybrid | FMCG Lifestyle Brand | £65,000 + benefitsThis dynamic group stock based lifestyle brand in North West London is looking for an FP&A Analyst to join its busy finance function. This is a newly created role that has come about due to the growth of the business. Key responsibilities include:Prepare accurate monthly reporting for all parts of the GroupPrepare performance analysis and commentary and perform a deep dive into key variancesCompile annual budgets and periodic forecastsPlay a key role in project management and implementation of enhanced reporting systemsSupport the Finance Director in building financial budgeting and forecasting models including Cashflow, P&L, Balance Sheet and Production Standard Costs across all business divisions to ensure robust financial monitoring and evaluationPrepare financial and commercial reports, on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, half yearly and annual basis.Analyse sales, cost of goods, gross margin and operating costs flagging risks and opportunities as appropriateResponsible for accurate reporting of marketing and overhead costs for all business units/brands and performing deep dive investigations into key variancesBuild reporting packs and provide commentary for actual monthly results against budgets/forecasts and previous period to management teams and budget holdersAct as a business partner to manage preparation of annual P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow budgets for all business unitsReview actual monthly results versus budgets/forecasts. Provide management with insightful commentary and propose remedial actions against deviationsResponsible for accurate production and reporting of cashflows on a monthly basisSupport finance systems projects by engaging with key internal/external stakeholdersWork closely with Finance, Commercial and Operations teams on preparation of financial models and reportsPlay a role in project implementation for both reporting and systems for reportingDevelop internal reporting dashboards to facilitate commercial decision makingSupport the FD in the building of financial models, budgets and cash flow, P&L and balance sheet across all business divisionsProvide financial and commercial data and reports on a periodic basisReporting of sales and gross profit for the Group..Analyse sales, costs, gross margin and operating costs as well as flagging any risk.Reporting of marketing and fixed costs for all business units and brands.Build reporting packs and provide commentaries for actuals against budgets / forecasts and previous period to management teams and budget holdersWhat you'll need to succeed:The business is looking for someone with similar FP&A / Business Partner experience within a food, beverage or stock based business. You will be educated to degree level and if you are a Qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA) that would be useful. This isn’t essential though. You will have excellent analytical skills, be able to build sophisticated models and communicate to key stakeholders in the business.This newly created role represents an excellent opportunity to make your mark in a growing business, add value and build a successful career.