Financial Analysis Manager - Manchester

Chetwood Bank; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 540,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days holiday plus birthday off

Pension contribution

Life Assurance

Private medical/dental/optical

Air: Axa

Free breakfast

Job summary

Chetwood Bank in Manchester is seeking a Financial Analysis Manager to shape financial strategy and oversee AOP/ROP, forecasts, and capital planning. You will develop models, lead reporting to senior leadership, and drive data-driven recommendations to support growth.

The role requires banking FP&A experience, advanced Excel, and familiarity with Anaplan and ERP tools. Hybrid working is offered along with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within banking/financial services.
• Degree in Accounting or Economics.
• Willingness to study towards CFA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent.
• Advanced Excel skills and data visualization capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of AOP and ROP with accurate forecasting.
• Conduct variance, profitability, and trend analyses for decision-making.
• Develop financial models for long-term planning and scenario analysis.
• Collaborate with Credit Risk and Commercial teams to gather data and validate assumptions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to senior management and board.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics, recommending improvements.
• Evaluate financial viability of new initiatives and ROI analyses.
• Improve financial planning tools and systems for accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Develop expertise in Anaplan including data integration and scenario modeling.

Skills

Financial planning

Forecasting

Data analysis

Excel (advanced)

Leadership to senior leadership

Education

Degree in Accounting or Economics

Professional qualification (CFA/CIMA/ACA) pursue or willing

Tools

Anaplan

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

ERP systems

Job description

Financial Analysis Manager - Manchester Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 / monthAs a Financial Analysis Manager you will play a key role in shaping the financial strategy and ensuring alignment with the bank's overall business objectives. This includes the development, implementation, and management of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Rolling Operating Plan (ROP), and quarterly forecasts, covering all aspects of the banks financial performance, including revenue forecasting, expense management, and capital planning. Create insightful analysis and actionable recommendations to senior leadership to drive informed decision-making and support the banks growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and management of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Rolling Operating Plan (ROP) to ensure accurate forecasting and alignment with strategic goals.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and trend forecasting, to provide insights into business performance.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support long-term planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with Credit Risk and Commercial to gather data, validate assumptions, and provide financial guidance.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management and the board, highlighting key trends and areas of concern.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Lead the financial evaluation of new business initiatives, products, and projects, including cost-benefit analysis and ROI assessment.
• Oversee the implementation and enhancement of financial planning tools and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal financial policies.
• Develop strong expertise in Anaplan, including model design, data integration, scenario modelling across secured revenue and retail deposits, and performance optimisation.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree in Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Qualified, part-qualified, or willing to study towards a professional qualification (e.g., CFA, CIMA, ACA).
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial modelling, data analysis, and scenario planning.
• Strong working knowledge of financial planning tools and ERP systems is desirable (e.g., Anaplan, SAP, Oracle).
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure, often to very tight timescales.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday PLUS your BIRTHDAY off
• Pension contribution with Royal London
• Life Assurance
• Private medical, dental and optical health insurance with
• Axa
• Hybrid working
• Free breakfast available

About Chetwood Bank

Were a UK-based digital bank dedicated to getting the basics right and offering straightforward savings and mortgages

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