Analyst, FP&A

Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. We are a 50:50 joint venture with bp with a mission to help drive the world’s transition to low carbon energy.  With solar set to increase tenfold in the next 20 years, we are well-positioned to capitalize on this growth. By joining the Lightsource bp team, you will ‘be the change’ on the world’s energy transition to a more sustainable future. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit as we continue to push the boundaries of an ever-changing energy landscape. By choosing a career with us, you can expect a challenging and fulfilling role surrounded by people who are passionate and have brilliant ideas about sustainable technology, innovation and making the world a better place.

SUMMARY

As FP&A Analyst your role will support in producing the analysis for strategic decision making and be responsible for business partnering with the budget holders and senior leadership to provide accurate information. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES             

•             Help the FP&A team translate project level inputs into its Group budgets and forecasts

•             Facilitate the management of the budget and forecast data within the core financial systems

•             Work with managers to forecast potential CAPEX spend per project

•             Play a role as a key communicator between finance and other teams across the organisation

•             Help lead the change in standardisation of monthly reporting techniques of the FP&A team

•             Assist in preparation of board and management packs for the leadership team as required

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EXPERIENCE

•             ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified professional with 0 – 2 years post qualified experience

•             Experience with business intelligence tools

•             Experience to be able to translate complex data for non-financial audience

•             Ability to apply critical thinking to financial scenario modelling

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PERSONAL/WORK SKILLS

•             Highly organised individual with the ability to work on several projects at once

•             Able to work efficiently and effectively under the pressure of tight deadlines

•             An excellent communicator with the ability to tell a story and go beyond the analysis

•             •             Solid team player with a collaborative working style

•             Problem solving and proactive attitude

•             Fluency in English is essential