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Associate Finance Analyst - Business FP&ADescription:Associate Finance Analyst - Business FP&A Salary:£27,000-£34,000 depending on experience Location:Sutton Bridge Site based Hours of work:Monday - Friday 8:30-17:00 Contract Type:Permanent Why join us?We're a family and that's what families do. We champion each other, support each other and help each other to grow and improve. A place of safety, stability and belonging, we put a protective arm around everyone and, when we see talent or potential, we give it a leg up. We aim to help everyone develop, progress, and become the best they can be. About the roleThe purpose of the Associate Finance Analyst - Business FP&A role is to be responsible for the day-to-day processing of forecasting and reporting routines. The role involves transactional processing, analysis, and adherence to Group controls following SOPs to execute tasks within SLAs and KPIs. The analyst will be part of the broader UK FP&A Team, working to implement standardised processes. Role AccountabilitiesPerformance ReportingPrepare daily and weekly trackers, ensuring they are consolidated and circulated to management as per schedules. Maintain tracker files, developing new reports as needed. Review P&L and tracker info to detect errors. Support the Finance Shared Services Team in producing weekly/monthly P&Ls and reconciliations. Generate ad-hoc reports to support business performance analysis. Collaborate with the UK FP&A Team to streamline reporting and support decision-making. Build relationships with report users for ongoing relevance. ForecastingFollow timelines for forecasting processes: 13-week Tracker, Quarterly Rolling Forecast, 3-year Business Plans. Prepare forecast data templates and analysis. Input forecast data into Cognos timely and accurately. Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations for discrepancies. Product Costing & PricingWork with Procurement for price forecasting data. Assist with standards reset activities. Ensure pricing info is current and compliant with policies. Prepare variance reports and support ad-hoc costing analyses. Communication and Change ManagementBuild stakeholder relationships and communicate updates effectively. Work with teams to harmonise processes and improve efficiencies. Support projects including centralisation and IS transformation. Collaborate across finance functions to promote best practices. Control EnvironmentSupport internal & external audit activities. About youIdeally, you will have knowledge of operational finance reporting, forecasting, analysis, and experience with ERP systems and reporting tools. Progress towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA) is beneficial. Strong communication, data management, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential. What you'll receiveWe are committed to your wellbeing and offer benefits including life assurance, holiday entitlement, medical insurance, pension scheme, discounts, and more. We also support your emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing through various services. Proud to be BakkavorWe are the UK market leader in fresh prepared foods, supplying major retailers. Join our passionate team and develop your career with us. Find out more and apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr