FP&A analyst

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: D

CONTRACT TYPE:
Fixed-term contract, Full-time running to 26 March 2027.

DEPARTMENT:
Nations, BBC Group Finance

LOCATION:

Cardiff - two days expected in the office with the remainder hybrid.

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £50,000 - £53,000pa depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application - though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

The FP&A Analyst will drive effective financial planning for their division through the preparation of end-to-end short-to-medium term budgets and forecasts. You will be accountable for the delivery of divisional corporate reporting requirements and management information helping to drive business decisions.

The FP&A Analyst will work closely with the finance business partnering team and budget holders, providing support and analysis on key cost drivers, as well as helping to identify risks and opportunities to drive improved financial performance.

The BBC's FP&A team plays a key role in supporting one of the world's most trusted public service broadcasters. You will work at the heart of financial planning, delivering insight that directly supports operational and investment decisions across the organisation. You'll have the opportunity to shape financial decisions and drive efficiency, all within a purpose-led environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development.

• Forecasting & Budgeting:
  Production, and review, of short and medium term plans for continuous cost centres, extrapolating trends and supporting the input of data into Finance systems.
• Strategic planning & Cost Management:
  Develop accurate and achievable forecasts which balance creative aspirations and financial constraints.
• Financial Advisory & Decision Support:
  Provide strategic business advice, problem-solving, and risk identification for budget holders and Finance teams to support business performance and decision making.
• Reporting & financial control:
  Providing insightful budget and forecasting commentary, including articulate variance analysis, turning complex data into actionable insights for both Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.
• Cross-functional collaboration:
  
  Act as a key finance contact for the designated business unit whilst supporting and contributing to the delivery of the overall Divisional Finance service.
• Process Improvement & Automation:
  Identify and implement improvements in FP&A processes, controls, and reporting - enhancing efficiency, consistency, and long-term value.

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience delivering high-quality financial planning and analysis services.
• Strong inquisitive skills to assess financial drivers, perform variance analysis, and present findings effectively.
• Ability to work across Finance and non-Finance teams to support informed decision‑making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial software, and driving standardisation and automation.

If you can bring these skills and experiences, along with transferable strengths, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Before your start date, you may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges, in line with our Contracts of Employment policy. This allows us to discuss any support you may need and assess any risks. Failure to disclose may result in the withdrawal of your offer.

Close date 5 July 2026.