Finance
FP&A Finance Analyst
Manchester, United Kingdom
SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.
At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.
Your Talent
- Recently graduated or early-career finance professional.
- Strong interest in FP&A and strategic finance.
- Intention to study towards CIMA / ACCA
- Highly analytical with strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
- Proactive, curious, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for sports and lifestyle brands.
Your Mission
Planning & Forecasting Support
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range plans.
- Consolidate inputs from business units and support alignment with Group targets.
- Help maintain risk and opportunity trackers and support scenario modelling.
- Contribute to mid-term cash flow planning and investment ROI tracking.
Reporting & Analysis
- Support monthly performance reviews and variance analysis.
- Assist in preparing presentations for forecast and result meetings.
- Help standardise reporting templates and improve consistency across business units.
- Collaborate with BI and data teams to enhance reporting automation and accuracy.
Strategic Modelling & Business Case Support
- Build and maintain financial models to assess the impact of market and operational changes.
- Support what-if analysis and business case reporting for capital and marketing investments.
- Work cross-functionally to ensure financial alignment with inventory and buy plans.
Group Reporting & Compliance
- Assist in coordinating submissions to Group Finance, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Work with Financial Accounting to align management and legal entity views.
- Monitor published KPIs and dashboards to ensure effective tracking of financial targets.
PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 51 countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
