FP&A Analyst

Oxford Instruments is seeking a Group FP&A Analyst to join its Group Finance team. Reporting to the Group FP&A Manager, you will help strengthen planning, reporting and analysis across the Group, providing insight that supports informed decision-making and the continued development of Finance as a strategic partner to the business. 

What you'll do 

• Prepare and improve financial models and reports for budgeting, forecasting and scenario planning. 

• Own and enhance reporting and analysis tools used across group, functional, divisional and regional teams. 

• Partner with finance and business stakeholders to identify performance drivers and support strategic decisions. 

• Help standardise and automate planning and reporting processes. 

• Support global finance teams with planning data, reporting and query resolution, including IBM Controller. 

• Deliver ad hoc analysis and materials for the Finance Leadership Team. 

What you'll bring 

• Experience in financial planning, analysis or finance business partnering within a complex, multinational or matrix environment. 

• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modelling, complex formulae and management of large datasets. 

• Experience as an expert user of financial or consolidation systems. 

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to explain analysis clearly. 

• A proactive approach to process improvement, strong organisation and close attention to data integrity. 

Preferred, but not essential 

• A professional finance qualification, such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent, or progress towards one. 

• Experience in a complex international, matrixed organisation. 

• Exposure to technology, scientific instrumentation or manufacturing. 

• Direct experience of IBM Controller. 

Why join