Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Helping Hands Home Care; Gillingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of private home care seeks a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to play a critical role in financial planning and strategic direction. The role involves leading budgeting and forecasting processes, working with senior stakeholders, and building models for decision-making in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual review

Hybrid working model and flexibility

Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership

Supportive culture

Career progression

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Strong financial modelling and Excel expertise.
• Proven FP&A or commercial finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly Board reporting process.
• Build and enhance financial models for forecasting.
• Manage full budget and forecasting processes.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Excel Expertise

Analytical Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

At Helping Hands, we've been supporting people to live independently at home since 1989. With over 150 branches and more than 7,000 carers, we're one of the UK's leading providers of private home care-and we're growing fast.

We're now looking for a qualified and commercially astute FP&A Manager to join our expanding finance team. If you thrive on building financial models, influencing strategic decision-making, and being the go-to expert on performance planning, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact, senior-facing role in a complex and growing business.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Finance Director, this role plays a critical part in the financial planning and strategic direction of the business. You'll lead the budgeting, forecasting, and 5-year planning cycles, support monthly Board reporting, and build financial models that underpin major business decisions.

You'll be comfortable working cross-functionally with executives, commercial leaders, and the analytics team to provide insight, influence, and clarity on performance-both operationally and strategically.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly Board reporting process and prepare executive-level financial analysis
• Build and enhance integrated financial models for forecasting, scenario planning, and investor metrics
• Manage full budget and forecasting processes, including P&L, cashflow, and balance sheet
• Analyse performance, trends, and variances; create commentary and recommendations
• Support Plc reporting including interim/full-year results, RNS statements, and investor presentations
• Work closely with the Commercial FD and FC to align financial strategy and statutory compliance
• Collaborate with departments to prepare strategic plans and provide financial support on business cases
• Drive continuous improvement of financial planning tools, processes, and reporting frameworks

What We're Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Strong financial modelling and Excel expertise (advanced level)
• Proven FP&A or commercial finance experience in a fast-paced, complex organisation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills-comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders
• Highly analytical with a hands-on approach and strong attention to detail
• Collaborative, proactive, and able to work independently
• Comfortable with occasional travel to sites across England & Wales

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive salary with annual review
• Hybrid working model and flexibility
• Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership
• A values-led, mission-driven company with a supportive culture
• Career progression in a growing, ambitious organisation

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package including bonus and car / allowance

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package including bonus and car / allowance