About Company
Seeking a dynamic environment where your financial acumen truly makes an impact? Career.zycto is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering talent and driving strategic growth through meticulous financial planning and analysis. We champion a flexible, remote-first culture, recognizing that top-tier financial professionals thrive with autonomy and work-life balance. Joining us means contributing to crucial business decisions from the comfort of your home, utilizing innovative tools to deliver insights that shape our future. Career.zycto fosters a collaborative yet independent setting perfect for an FP&A Assistant eager to develop expertise and advance their career.
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Job Description
Are you an ambitious and detail-oriented finance professional looking to leverage your analytical skills in a fully remote environment? Career.zycto is seeking a dedicated Home-Based FP&A Assistant to join our dynamic finance team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual with a solid foundation in financial planning and analysis to contribute meaningfully to our strategic decision-making processes, all while enjoying the flexibility of working from anywhere within Southampton, England.
In this crucial role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting our senior FP&A team, contributing to the development of robust financial models, comprehensive budgets, and accurate forecasts that drive our business forward. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve meticulous data analysis, identifying key performance indicators, analyzing trends, and translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insights. You will be instrumental in the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely delivery of critical financial reports to various stakeholders, including senior leadership and department heads.
This position demands a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail, a strong analytical mindset, and a passion for numbers. You will delve into intricate variance analysis, meticulously comparing actual financial performance against planned budgets and forecasts, thoroughly investigating discrepancies, and articulating their causes and implications to management. This analytical rigor will directly influence our strategic adjustments and operational efficiencies. Collaboration is paramount, even in a remote setting. You’ll work closely with various departments across the organization, gathering crucial data, understanding operational drivers, and providing insightful financial perspectives that aid in both strategic and operational planning. Your ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely will be vital in these cross-functional interactions.
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We are committed to fostering a supportive and engaging remote work culture. While you’ll operate with a high degree of autonomy and manage your own schedule, you’ll also be an integral part of a cohesive team, benefiting from regular virtual interactions, mentorship opportunities, and resources for continuous professional development. Career.zycto utilizes modern financial planning software and advanced analytical tools, and you will have the chance to enhance your technical skills, contribute to ongoing process improvements, and even suggest innovative approaches within the finance function. If you’re ready to make a significant impact from your home office, grow your career with a forward-thinking company that values flexibility and results, and thrive in a challenging yet rewarding role, we strongly encourage you to apply. This role offers not just a job, but a clear pathway to expanding your expertise in financial strategy, operational efficiency, and business intelligence.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and review of detailed financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans.
- Conduct thorough variance analysis, comparing actual financial results to budget and forecast, and provide clear explanations for discrepancies.
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of submissions.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models to support strategic initiatives and critical business decisions.
- Gather, analyze, and interpret complex financial and operational data to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
- Prepare comprehensive presentations and reports for senior management, clearly communicating financial performance, trends, and risks.
- Collaborate effectively with various departments to gather necessary financial information and understand key business drivers.
- Actively identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency within the finance function, including automation and reporting enhancements.
- Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, procedures, and external accounting standards.
Required Skills
- Proven experience (2+ years) in financial planning, analysis, or a related finance role.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables, VBA, data visualization).
- Solid understanding of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and financial concepts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex financial data clearly.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
- Proficiency with financial software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- CIMA/ACCA/ACA part-qualification or actively working towards a relevant professional financial qualification.
- Experience with specialized financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, Workday Adaptive Planning).
- Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, QlikView).
- Previous experience working in a fully remote or hybrid work setting.
- Experience within the financial services or technology sector.
Perks & Benefits
- Highly competitive salary package and performance-based bonus scheme.
- Flexible, fully remote work environment, offering excellent work-life balance.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and observance of public holidays.
- Significant opportunities for professional development, training, and career progression.
- Access to cutting-edge financial planning tools and software.
- Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture.
- Company pension scheme contributions.
How to Apply
Ready to shape the financial future with us? Click the application link below to submit your resume and a compelling cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for a Home-Based FP&A Assistant role at Career.zycto. We look forward to reviewing your application!
