FP&A Financial Analyst

Fitch Group is currently seeking a Financial Analyst based in our London office.   

As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst. 

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. It is the strength of our business. It comes from people around the world in a shared pursuit: to equal something greater than they could ever accomplish alone. Every team member is essential to our business and every perspective is critical for our success. Develop yourself in a culture that values flexibility, expects your opinion and trusts your decisions. Together we evolve and so will you, in an environment that asks you to challenge yourself – and us.

About the Team

 Working closely with a Senior Director within the London FP&A team, you will provide support to two business lines within Fitch Solutions; Ratings Data & Research (RDR) and BMI.

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• Assist in the production of monthly performance reporting packs, primarily using Excel and PowerPoint
• Manage the collection and verification of large data sets such as headcount, sales by type and client contractual information.
• Be able to extract information from internal systems such as SAP and other ERP systems
• Prepare monthly headcount and expense variance analysis schedules against budget and prior month
• Provide ad hoc support to delve into trends or issues

You May be a Good Fit if:

• Desire to pursue and develop a career in Finance/FP&A
• Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Bachelor’s degree; preferably in Mathematics/Economics/Finance/Accounting subject.
• Either qualified or studying towards an accountancy qualification.

What Would Make You Stand Out: 

• Previous experience in a Finance role

• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and regularly
• An aptitude for problem solving
• Willingness to learn new technologies (e.g. ChatGPT)

Why Choose Fitch: 

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
• Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. 

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