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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Leeds
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Retail & Consumer Goods
  • Pay

    Up to £50k
  • Closing date

    30 Apr 2025

Financial Planning & Analysis Assistant

Financial Planning & Analysis Assistant | LS27 | Hybrid Working

Your new company

This company is a UK-based online platform that specialises in buying and selling pre-loved vintage items including antiques, watches, gold, and cameras. They are committed to sustainability, ensuring that all items receive a new lease of life and do not end up in landfills. Founded in 2016, they have found great success and profitability, and are subsequently on a very exciting rapid growth journey. This includes recently establishing a presence in the Netherlands. If you are an ambitious individual who is eager to join a company with high-growth opportunities where you will be able to make a real difference, then this is the role for you!

Your new role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Planning & Analysis Assistant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will support the FP&A team in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. This role is crucial for providing insights that drive strategic decision-making and improve financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  • Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering and analysing data.
  • Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and discrepancies.
  • Collaborate with various departments to collect and validate financial information.
  • Maintain and update financial models and databases.
  • Prepare presentations and reports for senior management.
  • Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
  • Extract data, build dashboards, and surface metrics to different teams.
  • Partner with business units to help them become more data-driven and analytical.
  • Manage cash flow forecasting and budgeting.

What you'll need to succeed

  • CIMA or ACCA qualified or equivalent
  • 3 + years of experience within a finance team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling.
  • Experience of using SAGE is desirable.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to be adaptable and work at pace.

What you'll get in return

  • £40,000-50,000

  • Flexitime and Hybrid working arrangements (2 days from home)

  • Competitive pension

  • Opportunities for professional development and progress

  • 25 days holiday + bank

  • Uncapped profit share

  • Access to wellness support

  • Life assurance (4x life cover)

  • 2 days/ year for volunteering / giving back to the community

  • Free lunch and snacks daily


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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