FP&A Analyst

Hybrid

Permanent

Considering applicants across Belfast, North West England, Noida & Bangalore.

Pearson Financial Services (PFS) is Pearson’s centre of excellence of all FP&A and financial control activity. We partner with the business, finance business partners and group reporting to provide outstanding financial support and service.

As a financial analyst, you will focus on supporting the division in four main areas:

• Month end activities including journal entries

• Forecasting and budgeting

• Financial reporting and analysis

• Ad hoc queries and cost accounting analysis

Having a background in the following areas, and the ability to leverage these skills in support of the UK & the International FP&A team is essential:

• Experience in a finance function and accounting operations, financial management, management accounting and overhead cost accounting.

• Budgeting, planning, forecasting and management reporting (including variance analysis).

• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement including simplification and standardisation.

• Experience in building relationships with key stakeholders.

• Experience in month end close process.

In addition, you must have/be:

• Part-qualified accountant in ACCA or CIMA

• Have relevant experience in a similar role

Your rewards & benefits

We know you’ll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know one size doesn’t fit all, so our workplace programs meet the different needs of our diverse teams, and their families, too.

Your dedicated talent partner will go through these with you in detail.

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What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

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Job: FINANCE

Organization: Corporate Finance

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type:

Req ID: 16481