FP&A Analyst

Contract:
Permanent

Location:
Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary:
Competitive

We have an exciting opportunity for an FP&A Analyst to join our finance team at our Mayborn HQ in Newcastle upon Tyne! The role of the FP&A Analyst is to support the Head of FP&A in delivering high-quality financial insight, forecasting, and performance analysis that strengthens commercial decision‑making, cash management, and return on investment across the Group. The role plays a key part in translating financial data into clear, actionable insights that enable senior leaders to make informed, value‑creating decisions.

This is a predominantly internally focused, analytical role within a transformational FP&A team. Working closely with the Head of FP&A and Finance Business Partners (FBPs), the role supports the development and execution of global financial frameworks, management information, forecasting, and ROI analysis. The position provides strong exposure to Group-level strategy, cashflow, investment decisions, and senior stakeholder engagement, making it an ideal development role for a high‑potential finance professional.

• Support the preparation of Group management information (MI), ensuring accuracy, clarity, and decision relevance
• Assist with forecasting, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Strategic Plan processes
• Key Business Partner to the Global Marketing team, driving cost control & ROI based decisions
• Help develop and maintain financial models to support business planning and scenario analysis

• Support P&L reporting & forecasting
• Track actuals vs forecast and highlight key risks and opportunities
• Assist in identifying drivers of cash and working capital performance

• Support the development and application of ROI frameworks for:
• Category performance
• New Product Development (NPD)
• Marketing investment
• Capex and other business cases
• Prepare analysis that supports investment prioritisation and post‑investment review

• Support the Head of FP&A with goodwill analysis, restatements, and related reporting requirements
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across reports and presentations

• Work collaboratively with Finance Business Partners and functional teams
• Help create a clear, consistent commercial narrative for senior leadership
• Prepare analysis and materials for senior leadership discussions

• Timely, accurate, and insight-driven MI and forecasts
• Improved visibility of cashflow and working capital drivers
• High‑quality analytical support for investment and ROI decisions
• Positive feedback from the Head of FP&A and Finance Business Partners
• Demonstrated development toward increased ownership and complexity

• Part‑qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience
• Strong financial modelling and Excel skills
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to translate data into clear insights
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn in a fast‑moving environment

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity for you, please apply online. Any queries can be directed to Luke at or James Davison at .