We’re looking for a Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst to join our Finance team at our Thame Head Office. This role supports Business Partners by providing financial insights, accurate forecasting, and key reporting. This will include generating financial reports, analysing variances, and providing storytelling commentary to facilitate informed business decisions.

Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst

Location: Thame, UK (OX9)

Salary: Up to £40K DOE

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present financial reports, including monthly accounts, variance analysis, and KPIs.
• Support group-level reporting and respond to parent company inquiries.
• Assist in quarterly and annual financial statement preparation.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and operational efficiency improvements.
• Translate complex financial data into compelling insights to support strategic decisions
• Produce board-level reports, summarising key financial insights.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Part-qualified CIMA/ACCA (or equivalent), actively working toward full qualification.
• Strong communication skills, translating financial data for non-financial stakeholders.
• Storytelling with data - ability to present insights in a clear, engaging, and actionable way.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and insights.
• Experience in commercial finance and understanding business challenges.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft and Planning Analytics is a plus.

Perks & Benefits:

✅ Private Healthcare (incl. pre-existing conditions, family cover available).

✅ 26+ days holiday (increasing with tenure) + bank holidays.

✅ Flexible holiday buy/sell options.

✅ Generous Pension Plan & Income Protection.

✅ Life Assurance (2X salary).

✅ Financial Education & Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

✅ DIGICARE+ App (doctor second opinions, nutrition advice, gym discounts).

✅ CSR Days - Paid time off for volunteering.

At CPM, we are proud to foster an inclusive and diverse work environment. We believe in a workplace that celebrates the unique perspectives and skills of all individuals believing this makes us stronger and more innovative.

Should you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please don’t hesitate to let us know. Our goal is to help you feel comfortable and confident, allowing you to showcase your unique skills and abilities to their fullest potential.

CPM has been accredited Investors in People Gold award and places great importance on the training and development of our people. We work in a cooperative environment where great ideas and achievements are shared and celebrated.

Please contact Recruitment@recruitmentgroup.org after completing your application to see how we can best support you.