My client, a leading Pharma MNC, is seeking an experienced FP&A Analyst to join their finance team on a 12 month fixed-term contract. This role is critical in providing financial insight and partnering with operational teams to support key business initiatives and drive performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor internal financial controls, ensuring compliance (incl. SOX).
• Lead the preparation of R&D Tax Credits submissions and Government Grant claims.
• Support site management with operational and strategic initiatives, including costing of new products and projects.
• Partner with key departments on budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Drive productivity initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate on capital investment planning and strategic projects.
• Manage monthly performance reporting, variance analysis, and dashboard oversight.
• Foster a culture of Continuous Improvement through the deployment of Six Sigma tools.
• Contribute to cross-site finance process and system improvement projects, manufacturing productivity initiatives, and staff training and development.

Key Requirements:

• 5+ years' experience in Pharmaceutical or similar regulated industries.
• Strong business partnering experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma/Lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Experience with grants, tax incentives, inventory accounting.
• Proficiency in SAP, BPC, and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience supporting capital expenditure and start-up projects is an advantage.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Hybrid working model (flexible onsite/remote balance)
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a high-performing finance team.