Financial Analysis Lead

Are you ready to chart your own career path? With our refreshed strategy, we’re building on our rich heritage and transforming our business to be more scalable and efficient, unlocking the capabilities needed for future success. This includes significantly investing in technology, streamlining the way we work and creating an environment where colleagues feel engaged, empowered and accountable; where they can show up, speak up and perform - because we believe in the difference our work makes.

At a glance:

Location: Cirencester Office

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Employment Type: 12 month Fixed-Term Contract

Seniority: Mid-Senior Level

The role:

To provide expertise in the analysis of the financial results for the Group and its key entities, providing insight on financial performance as it emerges and setting expectations for profit into the future, including leading the analysis on how different options under consideration in strategic projects may impact this financial performance.

Work with senior members of the Financial Planning & Analysis division to develop key narratives and strategic implications from this analysis, supporting the business to make informed decisions.

What you'll be doing:

• The role holder has responsibility for the delivery of financial analysis essential in assessing the different options under consideration by strategic projects and understanding the commercial outlook, sensitivity and risk-profile of the Group and its key entities.
• Design, implementation, validation and ensuring appropriate reporting of analysis of financial metrics, both via the Financial Planning & Analysis team’s standard procedures and on a bespoke nature, as required, to allow the team to provide strategic, timely insight to stakeholders.

This role will include planning, supervising and reviewing the work of other financial specialists in the team as required to deliver these.

The role holder is expected to work with senior members of the Financial Planning & Analysis team to identify opportunities for efficiency and continual improvement – in particular in identifying how Financial Data can be better utilised to improve the Financial Insights provided to stakeholders.

Who we're looking for:

Essential Criteria

• A strong analytical skill-set and breadth of experience working in the financial sector.
• Deep knowledge and experience of financial reporting, including profitability, cash/liquidity, analysis of surplus, Solvency II and applicable IFRS standards.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to understand complex financial concepts, interpret regulatory requirements, design and validate analyses, and apply sound judgement to focus on key insights.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise way
  
  

Desirable Criteria

• Data analysis tools such as Python, R
• Qualified Accountant or Actuary
  
  

What's in it for you?

We reward you for the work you do, whether that’s through our discretionary annual bonus scheme that reflects both personal and company performance, competitive annual leave allowance (28 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days), or online rewards platform with a variety of discounts.

We also have benefits to support whatever stage of life you are in, including:

• Competitive parental leave (26 weeks full pay)
• Private medical insurance (optional taxable benefit)
• 10% non-contributory pension (increasing with length of service)
  
  

Reasonable Adjustments We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at careers@sjp.co.uk

Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.

What's next?

If you're excited about this role and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit an application by clicking ‘apply’ below and our team will be in touch.

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