About the role As an FP&A Manager, you will support the FP&A Controller and work closely with the Financial Controller, Head of Commercial Finance, and Finance Director. You will also collaborate extensively with teams across Accounts Payable, Financial Accounting, Commercial Finance, and Treasury. The role has three core areas of responsibility: Reporting: Delivery of high-quality weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting Planning: Ownership and support of the annual budget, five-year strategic plan, and quarterly forecasting cycles Central Costs: Budgeting and forecasting, monthly variance analysis, and strong business partnering with departmental budget holders We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions: Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority. Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Why choose us? Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue a qualification through our apprenticeship programme. Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements. Car Allowance: Enjoy the advantage of a car allowance, allowing you to choose your own vehicle while reducing commuting costs. Free On-Site Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free parking, making your daily commute hassle-free. Onsite Coffee Lounge: Take advantage of our onsite coffee lounge, a perfect space to relax and recharge during breaks. Exclusive Store Discounts: Receive a 10% discount on most in-store purchases, enhancing your shopping experience. Family-Friendly Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support your and your familys needs. My Staff Shop: Gain exclusive discounts through our My Staff Shop portal, saving on various products and services. Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your familys future. Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing. Generous Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement of 33 days per year, with the option to buy additional holidays annually. Celebrate your special day off work every year with an extra day of holiday because we believe birthdays are important. Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement. Your Impact and Responsibilities Alongside responsibility for core financial reporting and financial planning, this role will place a strong emphasis on financial systems. This includes maximising the effectiveness of our existing reporting and planning solutions within Finance, as well as supporting wider teams to get the most value from these systems. Looking ahead, the FP&A Manager will also play a key role in supporting the planning, development, and implementation of a new financial planning tool. Key Measures of Success include: Consistent delivery of high-quality weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting within agreed timelines Timely delivery of quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, and five-year plans, achieving expected outcomes Clear and effective communication of financial plans and insights to the senior leadership team Positive feedback from stakeholders across the FP&A team and the wider Finance function, reflecting strong collaboration and support Skills and Knowledge Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA) Advanced systems knowledge, particularly Oracle Fusion and EPBCS (SmartView) Advanced Excel skills, with strong technical and analytical capability Experience working in a multi-site environment is desirable; retail sector experience is preferable Good understanding of how discount retail operates is desirable Proven experience delivering objectives, with a strong understanding of end-to-end processes Experience managing change and driving continuous improvement through new and more effective ways of working Comfortable supporting and constructively challenging leaders and colleagues across the business Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both Finance and non-Finance stakeholders Strategic thinker, able to work independently and take ownership once briefed About us Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 700 stores and 15,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings. At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers. Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. Our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues make it all possible. We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprisesa place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves!