Financial Planning Analyst

FP&A Senior Analyst • Annual Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 • Location: Chester City Centre – Hybrid Approach (2 days in office) • Job Type: Fixed-Term Contract – 12 months We are seeking a commercially minded FP&A Senior Analyst to play a pivotal role in driving insight, performance, and strategic decision-making within our client’s multi-site business. Reporting directly to the Head of FP&A, this role is central to financial planning and analysis, shaping budgets, interrogating performance, and delivering impactful reporting across the organisation. Day-to-day of the role: • Partner with the FP&A team to deliver high-quality financial analysis and reporting that supports informed decision-making across the business. • Build and maintain robust budgets and forecasts for both leased & tenanted (L&T) and managed operations. • Deliver clear, insightful variance analysis — identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. • Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to develop, enhance, and maintain KPI reporting frameworks. • Support strategic and operational projects as directed by the Head of FP&A. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting processes, systems, and financial controls. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA). • Advanced Excel skills, with strong financial modelling and analytical capability. • High attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately and at pace to tight deadlines. • Strong communicator who can confidently present financial insights to non-finance stakeholders. • Proven experience in a multi-site environment is essential. Benefits: • Competitive salary. • Hybrid working arrangement, allowing flexibility and balance. • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. • Exposure to strategic projects and senior stakeholders. This is a great opportunity for an immediately available candidate that is looking for a long-term contract for a start straight away. Apply via the link or reach out directly.