Job Description

About the role

The Finance Analyst sits within our FP&A team and reports to the FP&A Manager.


In this role, you will support the budgeting, forecasting and cost analysis processes while partnering closely with department heads to drive financial performance and efficiency. Your role will involve providing valuable analysis and insights to drive sustainable growth, improve financial processes and help shape the company's strategic direction.

Key responsibilities

Support in the preparation of annual budgets, rolling forecasts and 3-year plan through working closely with department heads to validate assumptions and align financial targets Build and maintain financial models to assess performance and model out various scenarios Preparation of monthly management reporting, performing detailed cost analysis versus budgets and forecasts, highlighting key drivers and recommending corrective actions Review and monitor department spend to ensure costs are controlled and aligned with business priorities Working with teams to identify and track KPIs, and develop action plans to improve results

What success looks like

Accurate management reporting delivered to agreed deadlines Exceptional communication conveying complex financial information in a simple way Analytically curious with a strong attention to detail

What we are looking for

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline (Ideally working towards ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent qualification) 1-3 years experience in a FP&A, financial analysis or management reporting Loves data and has excellent analytical, financial modelling and Excel/Sheets skills Able to both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills and the ability to present financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders

What we're offering you:

Flexible hours and summer hours Hybrid working Competitive holiday benefits - 25 days a year paid holiday, plus 8 bank holidays (increases 1 day a year up to 30 days) Closed for Christmas holidays Work from anywhere for 2 weeks a year Life Assurance and Income Protection to protect your loved ones Benefits allowance for health, dental, and vision coverage Defined Contribution Pension and Salary Sacrifice Scheme Be Well: Our award-winning wellbeing and mental health programme to support all MVFers and their families Family Forward support for our MVF parents and their mini-mes Free breakfast when in the office * 2 charity days a year