FP&A Analyst

What you'll be doing

In this role, you’ll:

• As an FP&A Analyst you will be technically competent with excellent communication and relationship building skills. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of robust forecasts, and accurate reporting of performance, producing a high standard of quality management information.

• Reporting and Data analysis - Prepare regular and ad hoc reports to drive insight into Group Performance.

• Forecasting and budgeting - support the delivery of forecasts and budgets. You will build strong relationships that allows you to work with the rest of the finance team and wider business stakeholders to ensure Budgets, Forecasts etc. are delivered in line with business deadlines.

• Financial modelling - Develop & maintain financial models (Forecast, Budget, Capex appraisals) for completion by the Commercial Finance teams. Ensuring that these models capture the required financial information to form a consolidated view of the Budget that provides the correct level of insight.

• Continual Improvement - Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement 

• Deputise as required and support the wider team as and when required

The role is for you if...

We’re looking for experience in:

• Financial Statements - A good understanding of primary financial statements  

• Time management - ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload effectively in a fast paced environment

• Analytical skills - ability to analyse data, identify trends and inconsistencies

• Team player who will support cross functionally as and when required 

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks

• Commercial awareness and interest in getting to know the business to support insight led decision making

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an analyst / finance business partner. Or first mover from practice.
• Professional: Newly qualified, or within 12 months of qualifying. 

About DFS

We’re home to DFS, Sofology, and The Sofa Delivery Company - three distinctive brands with a shared mission to bring great design and comfort into every home, affordably, responsibly, and sustainably.

At DFS Group, everyone plays a part. Whether you’re supporting our brands or serving our customers, you’re helping shape the future of furniture retail. Each brand has its own identity and creative direction, but we’re united by a culture that puts people and purpose at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone Welcome

Across our Group, we're committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from supporting Doncaster Pride and introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail. 

We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you

DFS Benefits

• Potential Annual Bonus Scheme: Contribute to our success and get rewarded for it

• Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us

• Leave: Enjoy a great holiday allowance, with the option to buy 5 extra days. Take advantage of our enhanced leave for Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental, and Adoption, plus a paid volunteering day each year

• Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, plus discounts for friends and family - and savings at big brands like Sainsbury’s, ASOS, and IKEA

• Wellbeing Perks: Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships

• Pension and Savings: Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes

• Life Assurance & Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay