Location
Newmarket, Suffolk | United Kingdom
Job description
FP&A Analyst
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Location: Hybrid - Newmarket - 2-days on-site, 2-days WFH
Hours: 32 hours across a 4-day week (no salary sacrifice)
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Product: Group level, Wonde, Evouchers & Secure Schools
Who we are and what is important to us:
Beyond unifies three technology-driven brands, Wonde, Evouchers and Secure Schools.
Each brand shares a vision to reduce the friction of adapting technology, to help customers navigate an often overwhelming area and provide powerful solutions that make their everyday life easier.
The three brands run independently with the autonomy to continue to prosper although as part of the Beyond team, you’ll join a wider, supportive environment where you’ll be able to pull on the expertise and capabilities of the group.
We do not limit ourselves to standing still. We look ahead and strive to disrupt the sector we operate in. We believe technology should not be complicated or overwhelming. It should do what it says - quickly, safely and efficiently.
Job snapshot:
As our Financial Planning & Analysis analyst, you will play an important role in shaping the financial future of the group. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to develop budgets, forecasts and financial models that guide strategic decision-making.
This is a newly created position where you will be provided with a genuine opportunity to create impact and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
What you’ll be doing:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop models, budgets and periodic forecasts
- Lead the creation of periodic forecasts, incorporating updated market trends, economic factors, and operational data
- Design and generate detailed financial reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and relevance for different stakeholders
- Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models that assess various scenarios, enabling agile decision-making
- Work closely with leadership to evaluate the financial implications of proposed initiatives and investments
- Comparison of actual business performance to internal forecasts and agreed key performance indicators
- Implement automated reporting solutions to streamline processes and enhance reporting efficiency
- Continuously evaluate and enhance forecasting methodologies, incorporating industry best practices.
- Develop and implement tools and processes to enhance forecast accuracy and reliability
- Collaborate with other finance functions, such as accounting and treasury, to ensure seamless financial operations
- Respond to ad-hoc analysis requests, supporting special projects as needed
Requirements
What we’re hoping you’ll bring:
- Demonstrable experience in a financial planning and analysis role
- ACA/ACCA qualified (desirable)
- Proven ability to analyse business processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective solutions
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work with high volumes of data
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders
- Attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
- Ambition and initiative to drive change in an evolving sector
- Self-motivation with the confidence and enthusiasm to take the initiative and get things done
- Ability to prioritise workflow and ensure deadlines are met
- The willingness to learn and adapt in an ever-changing environment
Benefits
What you’ll get:
Beyond is much more than just a place to work. It is a place to grow, innovate, excel and learn. We have tech people, creative people and people people, all focused on providing a superior customer experience.
We value, support and champion those we work with - promoting personal growth and happiness. We get that our success is dependent on the collective energy, intelligence and contributions of all our team members and we are committed to ensuring our work environment is the best it can be.
We value your commitment and have worked hard to create adaptable and comprehensive benefits packages to suit individual needs, although you can expect the below as standard:
- 4-day working week
- Onsite gym and well-being (quiet room) facilities
- Buying and selling holiday scheme
- Additional holiday for length of service
- Annual allowance for volunteering days
- Onsite trained mental health and well-being champions
- Monthly lunch club (on us)
- Comprehensive wellness programmes (think meditation retreats and continuous access to well-being apps/initiatives)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
- Electric car scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Eye examination scheme
- Financial contribution to the set up of work-from-home environments
- Use of new and leading technology in the form of apple products
- Frequent company-funded social events
- Office closure between Christmas & New Year
- Access to continuous learning and development opportunities
- Comprehensive employee referral scheme
- Casual Dress Code
In addition to the above, you’ll have access to our ‘take your pick’ benefits scheme which is tailored specifically to you!
Beyond is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage interest from all candidates and do not discriminate against any non-merit factors. If you require any adjustments to the application or selection process please call or email us so we can ensure you have the correct support: careers@ wonde.com/01638 438094.
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Salary
£45k - £50k per annum
