FP&A Finance Manager
Day Rate: £500-£600 per day (Umbrella)
Location: Luton (Hybrid)
Contract Length: 6 months
Start Date: ASAP
The Role
We are recruiting an experienced FP&A Finance Manager to join a leading aviation business on a 6‑month contract.
You'll play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and performance analysis, while also managing one direct report. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, complex environment.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the primary finance partner for internal teams
Lead budgeting, forecasting and five‑year planning for project costs
Deliver monthly re‑forecasting, variance analysis and consolidated reporting.
Provide financial modelling and decision support for operational and commercial initiatives.
Support cost‑saving programmes and strategic projects.
Produce monthly reporting packs and commentary for senior stakeholders.
Ensure financial accuracy across month‑end processes and balance sheet reconciliations.
Manage and develop one direct report.
About You
Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 3+ years PQE.
Strong FP&A experience within large, complex or fast‑moving organisations.
Excellent analytical and financial modelling skills.
Confident communicator able to influence senior stakeholders.
Experience supporting operational or procurement teams is highly desirable.
Advanced Excel skills; Cognos Planning Analytics experience is a bonus.
Self‑starter with strong ownership, pace and problem‑solving ability.
If you are interested and meet the above criteria, apply today