FP&A Analyst

The primary responsibilities of an FP&A Analyst at Policy Expert include analyzing financial performance against budgets, supporting the Analysis Manager with management information, developing performance metrics, and automating processes for greater efficiencies. You will play a crucial role in providing decision-making information to business leaders and assisting in preparing financial forecasts.

Candidates for the FP&A Analyst position at Policy Expert should ideally possess an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification or be part-qualified. Strong financial analysis skills and experience in an FP&A or analyst role are also essential to excel in this position and contribute to our growth.

Policy Expert is committed to employee development and offers a generous learning budget of £1,000 per year along with dedicated study leave. This enables FP&A Analysts to pursue further certifications and training, ensuring your skills stay sharp in the rapidly changing field of finance.

As an FP&A Analyst at Policy Expert, you'll find yourself working with various ERP/ERM systems, including SAP, Sage, Anaplan, and Hyperion. Proficiency in these tools will be beneficial to analyze large data sets and drive insightful business performance improvements.

At Policy Expert, the career growth potential for an FP&A Analyst is substantial, especially given the company's rapid expansion. With exposure to senior stakeholders and a chance to take on more complex projects, you'll have the opportunity to advance within the finance team or branch into strategic roles that align with your career goals.

Absolutely! When answering this question, highlight specific instances where you built financial models that aided in decision-making or forecasting. Be sure to mention the tools you used and the outcomes of your analysis, showcasing your analytical thinking and attention to detail.

In your response, discuss your systematic approach to identifying variances between actual and budgeted figures. Explain any specific techniques or software you employ and emphasize how you've used these analyses to inform business strategies and improve financial performance.

Collaboration is vital in FP&A roles. Share a specific experience where you worked alongside other departments to gather insights that informed your analysis or forecasts. Speak about the importance of communication and teamwork in ensuring that financial goals align with business objectives.

Mention that you prioritize staying informed by attending relevant workshops, reading industry publications, and networking with professionals in the field. Highlight how these efforts help you integrate best practices into your role at Policy Expert.

When discussing this situation, focus on your ability to tailor your presentation to the audience. Emphasize how you broke down complex concepts into digestible pieces, perhaps using visual aids or real-life examples to enhance understanding.

List the analytical tools and software you are proficient in, emphasizing those relevant to the FP&A Analyst role at Policy Expert, like Excel, ERP systems, or dedicated financial planning software. Highlight your experience in leveraging these tools to drive insights for your analyses.

Provide a concise yet impactful example demonstrating how your analysis prompted a strategic business decision. Detail the decision-making process and the role your insights played in shaping the outcome, showcasing your analytical capabilities and influence.

In your answer, highlight your methodologies for validating your forecasts. Discuss your use of historical data, trend analysis, and collaboration with other departments to gather input that ensures your projections are as accurate as possible.

Talk about specific automation tools or techniques you have used. Describe how you identified repetitive tasks and streamlined them through automation, articulating the efficiency gains and how this allows more time for strategic analysis.

Demonstrate your knowledge about Policy Expert’s mission and values. Highlight aspects such as customer-centric innovation, competitive pricing, and a strong commitment to financial performance that align with what you can contribute as an FP&A Analyst.