Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded FP&A Manager to join a high-growth, entrepreneurial, and purpose-driven business. Reporting to the CFO, this role is ideal for someone who thrives on turning data into strategy, with a passion for financial planning, modelling, and business partnering.Position SummaryWe’re looking for a commercially astute finance professional to take ownership of forward-looking financial planning and complex modelling. This role is pivotal in helping the organisation stay ahead of the curve by providing robust analysis, scenario planning, and actionable data/business insights. You’ll play a key part in strengthening the financial planning function, shaping reporting outputs, and supporting funding, tendering and strategic initiatives to drive business growth and profitability.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning & Analysis
* Lead the annual budget process and rolling forecasts in close collaboration with leadership and operational teams
* Deliver forward-looking analysis of performance, provide insightful variance analysis, and highlight key risks/opportunities.
* Develop and refine KPI dashboards and financial reports for executive stakeholders.
Modelling & Scenario Analysis
* Build sophisticated models to support planning, project evaluation, and funding requirements
* Develop and maintain robust financial models for budgeting and forecasting purposes.
* Use data-driven approaches to stress test business assumptions and assess potential outcomes
* Contribute to pricing and bid strategies for contracts and tenders
Stakeholder Engagement
* Act as a trusted point of contact for stakeholders, helping translate data into decisions
* Support senior stakeholders with materials for board discussions, investor reporting, and grant or loan applications
* Partner with programme leads to ensure financial considerations are built into planning and delivery
Process & Systems Development
* Improve the efficiency of planning cycles by streamlining tools and automating manual processes
* Play an active role in embedding new software or systems used for forecasting and financial planning
Skills / Experience
* ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
* 3+ years’ experience in a financial planning and analysis or commercial finance role.
* Experience in the property sector would be beneficial
* Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
* Strong analytical mindset and a bigger picture thinker
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills