Overview
12 month fixed term contract Reading based, hybrid working. Robert Walters are delighted to be working with a leading UK charity, who are looking to recruit an FP&A Manager to lead partnering, drive performance, efficiency, and implement commercial process improvement within a high performing FP&A function.
This is more than just a numbers role — it’s about using financial insight to shape strategy, guide operational excellence, and manage a small team. You’ll work closely with senior leaders to influence key decisions, bring clarity to complex data, and lead scenario planning that drives real-world outcomes.
Key responsibilities
* Partnering with operational teams to deliver strategic goals through robust budgeting, forecasting, and planning cycles.
* Leading scenario modelling and performance analysis to improve productivity and service delivery.
* Driving insight through activity-based costing, ROI and KPI analysis, and innovative reporting tools.
* Managing a small team and championing financial understanding across the business.
* Building business cases that articulate clear, measurable benefits.
* Influencing senior stakeholders and guiding the financial direction of key initiatives.
Experience and qualifications required
* Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CA) - essential
* Strong analytical skills with proven experience in performance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
* Track record of working in medium to large organisations, ideally with exposure to service delivery models.
* Experience in activity-based reporting and productivity measurement.
* Strategic mindset with a collaborative, influential approach.
* Previous people management or mentoring experience.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Temporary Interim Management
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum + flex benefits allowance, pension etc...
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: Reading
Job Reference: 8F2D7X-4025336F
Date posted: 7 October 2025
Consultant: Isobel Salino
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