FP&A Analyst

Role: FP&A Analyst
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA Office Based
Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £457,025 - £57,475 Dependent on experience & Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
About the role
Our Group finance team is expanding, and we have an exciting new opportunity for an FP&A Analyst to join our ever-growing finance function at EG Group! The FP&A Analyst will be responsible for analysing business data to help gain a deeper understanding of business performance holistically across all regions globally. Reporting into the Group FP&A Reporting Manager, this role will help bring insight and a standardised approach to both internally and externally benchmarked performance, in turn driving better informed financial planning and strategy.
Working closely with the Head of Commercial and Strategic analysis, this role is suited to someone who is comfortable in challenging stakeholders and has a technical eye for detail when analysing reports and financial metrics. If you are looking to further your experience in FP&A, while gaining the exposure from senior leadership and stakeholders, why not join a multi-billion-dollar company that can provide you with the progression and exposure you are looking for!
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly Executive & Board Reports in line with reporting cycles including support and challenge of results
Work closely with country finance teams to ensure alignment between group reporting and local financial reporting
Deliver timely analysis of market and competitor comparatives
Provide insightful analysis and commentary on key financial metrics
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant data and insights
Maintain and update the group's Databook, a comprehensive repository of financial information and key performance indicators
Ensure easy accessibility and data integrity within the Databook
Attend weekly Country calls to gather insight and knowledge on regional performance
Focus on a standardised approach to analysis of business streams / cost areas to ensure deeper understanding of trading
Participate in continual improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining reporting processes, enhancing data quality, and increasing efficiency
Continually review published FP&A best practice to support the evolution of EG FP&A
Ad-hoc analysis as requested by the key stakeholders including Executive and board requests
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
Candidate Requirements
Newly / Part Qualified (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) or QBE with several years industry experience
Background in Management Accounting
Experience maintaining stakeholder relationships
Financial Analysis & Reporting knowledge
Experience in Process mapping & improvement
Conscientious and calm under pressure
Integrity and disciplined to meet deadlines
Finance Systems Expertise
Adaptability to changing circumstances
Benefits & Rewards
Performance Based Bonus Scheme
Employee Life Assurance
EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
ASDA Discount Card 10% off all ASDA stores
EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
Smart Health 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
Learning & Development access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
Free Secure Car Parking
Dress Down Fridays
Flexi-Time
Prayer and Ablution Facilities
Shower Facilities
Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
Work Anniversary Rewards
Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is one of the worlds leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia, and the United States of America.
Founded in 2001 by the Issa family with the acquisition of a single site in the UK, today the company is at the forefront of delivering an innovative approach to forecourt convenience retail.
At EG Group, we pride ourselves on being recognised for our investment model, trading performance and more importantly, providing a best-in-class customer experience in Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice and Fuel.
Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.
Every day, our committed workforce tirelessly delivers our products and services to millions of customers alongside supporting the local communities in which we operate.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.

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