Your new company A market-leading and growing logistics group in Manchester. Your new role A key FP&A Manager / Analyst role, reporting directly to the Financial Director and playing a key role in decision support and planning. You will assist the FD in the forecasting and reporting of the results of the group. This will involve monthly management accounts preparation, analysing and summarising key variances to budget and forecast for group and the production of detailed 'depot packs' for the operational business units. The role will also lead the forecasting and budgeting process, building on the processes already in place and enhancing and tailoring these to the changing business. Working with the two Finance Business Partners, the FP&A Manager will develop a detailed 'bottom-up' approach to forecasting and budgeting all aspects of the operation. Connecting the underlying drivers of the business to the financial results achieved is the core purpose of this role. What you'll need to succeed You will be a fully qualified accountant, ACA/ACMA/ACCA, with strong analytical skills and a genuine commercial awareness. You will have proven FP&A experience, including demonstrable experience of forecasting and reporting in a matrix structure. You will be comfortable working with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Highly IT literate, you will be skilled in the use of IT systems, including ERP solutions and PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Outlook. The role will require strong Excel skills and the ability to model complex business problems, either building from scratch or modifying existing processes. A positive 'can-do' attitude. Experience of using Oracle is desirable but not essential. What you'll get in return A highly commercial and interesting role. A six-month Fixed Term Contract, with the possibility of extension or a permanent role. A generous market salary, on a pro-rata basis. The role will initially be office-based, but some home working will be offered after a settling in period. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays