Job Description

Job Title |

FP&A Analyst - Interim Cover - Fixed-Term Contract for a minimum of 12 months.

Location | Remote - UK Based

Salary |

Up To 85,000 Per Annum

Hours |Full-Time (Monday-Friday)

Welcome to Juniper Education, where our mission is to champion educators, empowering them to shape the future generations. We're more than just a support system; we're the driving force that propels schools and Academy Trusts to new heights. With our proven school education management systems and services, we address a spectrum of needs, ensuring excellence in education.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced

FP&A Analyst

to join Juniper Education's Finance Team on a

fixed-term contract for a minimum of 12 months.

This is a key value-adding role, reporting directly to the CFO and working closely with senior stakeholders across the Group. The FP&A Analyst will be instrumental in producing the Group's rolling forecast, annual budget, and long-term strategic financial plans.


If you are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You bring a high level of attention to detail and can confidently manage and interpret large data sets. You are commercially minded, technically strong, and enjoy influencing stakeholders with meaningful insights we would love to hear from you.


This role is critical in helping shape the commercial direction of the business by providing high-quality analysis, insights, and actionable recommendations. You will work closely with finance and non-finance stakeholders to monitor business performance, support value creation initiatives, and ensure financial plans are robust, deliverable, and aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the production of the Group's rolling monthly forecast in collaboration with key stakeholders Analyse and report on performance against budget and forecast, supporting the month-end process Deliver monthly "Flash" financial reports within five working days of month-end Maintain and develop financial models including P&L and cash flow forecasts Identify key performance drivers and trends to support growth initiatives Create insightful reports and presentations to support decision-making and performance reviews Coordinate and calculate monthly sales team commissions Work on ad-hoc projects and respond to initiatives led by the CFO Collaborate across departments to provide financial insight and analysis

Requirements:

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent) Previous experience in a SaaS or Technology business with recurring revenue models Proven experience in FP&A roles with strong understanding of data structure and best practice Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong financial modelling capability Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial audiences Highly analytical, problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach Strong planning, organisational, and time management skills Resilient and adaptable under pressure, especially during key financial cycles Technically strong with experience across financial systems and planning tools

Juniper Education Benefits

Day 1 right to company sick pay


Enhanced annual leave entitlement


Opportunity to purchase additional leave


Entitlement to carry over leave to next entitlement year


Day 1 access to 24/7 GP & prescription services


Day 1 access to rewards platform


Cycle to work scheme


Enhanced maternity & adoption pay


Day 1 access to employee assistance platform


Funded development/Qualification opportunities


Voluntary health care cash plan


Voluntary private medical insurance


Plus more!


It is the business expectation this role is being offered on a full-time basis to ensure we maintain quality, achieve performance goals, and effectively meet customer demands.


Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at the moment