FP&A Analyst
The vacancy
At the Pension Protection Fund (PPF), we provide security in retirement for our members and millions of people throughout the UK who belong to defined benefit (DB) pension schemes. Through the PPF and Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS), we compensate members for their pensions after the employer funding their pension becomes insolvent. In total, we look after over 400,000 members across the PPF and FAS. With over £30 billion in assets under management, our investments support long-term economic growth across the UK.
Our award-winning team of around 450 professionals has earned the IPE UK Pension Fund of the Year title three times in seven years. We work closely with government and industry partners to improve outcomes for scheme members, employers, and the broader pension system—playing a vital role in strengthening retirement security nationwide.
We are looking for an FP&A Analyst to support the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis in developing a modern, efficient and well‑controlled FP&A function.
This role offers the opportunity to strengthen core planning and reporting capabilities, standardise processes, and improve the quality and consistency of financial models and insight across the organisation. You will play a key role in enhancing reporting outputs, supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, and embedding effective ways of working that enable better decision‑making. Acting as a finance systems super‑user, you will help maximise the value of existing tools, support testing and change initiatives, and work closely with the Finance Systems Manager to ensure a smooth link between systems and FP&A processes.
We are looking for a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with experience in FP&A, management accounting or management reporting. You will bring a track record of supporting planning cycles and improving financial processes, models or reporting. With working knowledge of enterprise finance or planning systems (e.g. Oracle EPM, Anaplan, Adaptive or similar). Strong Excel skills are essential, alongside a high level of analytical capability and attention to detail. You will be comfortable interpreting financial data and translating it into clear, practical insight, and able to communicate effectively with colleagues across the business, including those outside of finance.
Sound like you? Apply now.
In return for your skills, experience and commitment we’ll give you a challenging role within a business where you’ll get the support you need to develop your career.
We’ll also give you lots of opportunities for personal development and skills training.
Our Croydon office is just across the road from East Croydon station, which is around 15 minutes from Victoria or London Bridge, 10 minutes from Clapham Junction or half an hour from St Pancras.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and actively encourage applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to discuss your needs and ensure you have the support required.
We embrace diverse talent welcoming people with different beliefs, backgrounds and ways of working. Whatever your background, and however you identify, you’ll be welcome here.
No agencies please
Who we are
We’re a statutory public corporation led by our board and accountable to Parliament through the Secretary of State for the Department for Work and Pensions. It's our duty to protect people with an eligible defined benefit pension when an employer becomes insolvent.
We’re proud of the work we do. Without us, many people would face significant financial hardship. We’re also proud of our people, all of whom are committed to our mission and to serving over 230,000 members.
Life at the PPF
Some of our Benefits
Defined benefit or defined contribution pension
Private medical insurance
Health cash plan
Corporate discretionary bonus scheme
Cycle to work scheme
EASIT rail travel discount
Flexible / hybrid working
Volunteer days
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