FP&A Analyst
FP&A Analyst
Centre of Excellence - Group Finance
Permanent
ITV Manchester, Media City + Hybrid
Hiring range: £45,000 - £55,000
For more information please email TalkingCareers@itv.com
Your work matters to millions.
Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it's not surprising that you'll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we're at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.
We're global and local, producing in 13 countries across 60+ labels in the UK, US, Australia, France, Germany, The Nordics, Italy and more. Together with creators, producers, global networks and streamers, we're behind the scenes of some of the greatest genres. Bringing thousands of hours of entertainment to everyone everywhere.
Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don't just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.
Your impact sends ripples.
The team...
The FP&A Centre of Excellence is a dynamic and forward looking team of talented, supportive people who work closely with the business and the wider Finance team, providing information, insights, and analytics to shape strategy, deliver business value and empower decision making.
When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact's felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.
The role...
We have a new opportunity for an experienced FP&A Analyst to join our growing, Manchester based team on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of FP&A, Centre of Excellence -, You will be responsible for delivering high quality reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis that provides timely and relevant information to Senior Management and Business Partners, in order to support decision making.
Some of your key day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Ensure overheads are accurately reported, and variances to budget and forecast are captured and fully understood
- Assist with developing budgets, forecasts and long term plans
- Prepare and provide reports to deliver timely analysis and discuss performance with the business stakeholders and business partners
- Gather and interpret cost data to analyse business performance, perform scenario analysis
- High level of focus on data quality and accuracy, ensuring analysis provided to the business stakeholders and business partners is of the highest standard
- Incorrect data should be fully understood and fed back to the appropriate teams, working together to improve data quality and accuracy
- Capture risks and opportunities to improve EBITA for the business
- Completion of ad-hoc data analysis requests
- Update process flows, operating manuals, training guides, and standard operating procedures as needed
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives; and measure and realise sustainable benefits
Skills you'll need (minimum criteria)
- Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA accountancy qualification or Qualified by experience
- Previous experience in a financial analyst role
- Experience of analysing and reporting financial and operational data, including the ability to gather, compile, and evaluate data from multiple sources to provide business insights
- Strong Excel skills with ability to create and use advanced formulae, pivot tables and dashboards.
Other things we're looking for (key criteria)
- Strong analytical skills and familiarity with accounting and financial concepts
- Digital mindset, curious and open to change with a focus on continuous learning and improvement
- Able to effectively communicate results in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to meet the rigorous deadlines and to multitask and prioritise responsibilities
- Ability to work at both a detailed and high level
- Desire to gain a strong understanding of the business areas supported
- Experience working in a large organisation and a team environment
- Willingness and ability to build excellent relationships across the business and work collaboratively
- High standard of computer literacy with Oracle experience preferable.
ITV is for everyone.
- ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we'll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).
We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at talkingcareers@itv.com.
Find out more about applying with a disability.
*There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.
Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.
ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including:
- Flexible working with a range of options
- Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Competitive pension contribution
- Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
- Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
Closing date: midnight Wednesday 13th November 2024
Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We'd encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested.]]>