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Posted 29 July, 2026

Junior FP&A Analyst

Macildowie Recruitment and Retention
Northampton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Junior FP&A Analyst

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Location: Northampton (Hybrid Working Available)Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + BenefitsContract: Permanent, Full-Time

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The Opportunity

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior FP&A Analyst to join a growing and forward-thinking business based in Northampton.

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This role is ideal for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop a career within Financial Planning & Analysis. Working as part of a collaborative finance team, you'll gain exposure to budgeting, forecasting, commercial analysis and business partnering, helping to provide valuable financial insight that supports strategic decision-making across the organisation.

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Offering hybrid working and excellent development opportunities, this is a fantastic next step for someone eager to progress within commercial finance.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Support the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and long-range financial plans.
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  • Produce regular financial reports and performance dashboards.
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  • Analyse business performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities.
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  • Assist with monthly management reporting and variance analysis.
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  • Build and maintain financial models to support commercial decision-making.
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  • Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight.
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  • Assist with revenue, margin and cost analysis.
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  • Support investment appraisals and business case preparation.
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  • Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting processes and financial systems.
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  • Provide ad hoc analysis to support senior finance leaders.
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About You

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You'll be analytical, commercially curious and keen to build a career within FP&A.

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Ideally you'll have:

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  • Qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA.
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  • Experience within an analytical finance role such as Assistant Accountant, Finance Analyst, Management Accountant or Commercial Finance.
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  • Strong Excel skills with the ability to manipulate and interpret data.
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  • Excellent numerical and problem-solving abilities.
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  • Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders across the business.
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  • A proactive mindset with a desire to learn and develop.
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What's on Offer

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  • Salary of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience.
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  • Permanent, full-time opportunity.
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  • Hybrid working.
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  • Excellent exposure to Financial Planning & Analysis.
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  • Study support (where applicable).
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  • Career progression within a supportive finance function.
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  • Modern working environment with a collaborative team culture.
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If you're looking to build your career within FP&A and want to join a business that will invest in your development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential conversation.