Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport operator in the UK is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager for their Manchester subsidiary. This vital role supports the Financial Director in financial reporting and budgeting for the bus franchises. Applicants should be qualified accountants with significant experience in finance processes, ensuring alignment with operational needs. Benefits include free travel for employees and family, pension contributions, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free bus travel for employee + 3

Free on-site parking

Pension contributions

Benefits Hub access

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• At least 5 years PQE in finance.
• Experience in forecasting and reporting.
• Strong Excel skills, capable of complex problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting and budgeting processes.
• Produce management accounts and depot packs.
• Develop financial metrics and reporting standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Excel modeling

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACMA/ACCA)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

MS Office

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Client:

Metroline Manchester

Location:

south west london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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About us

Metroline Manchester is a recently formed subsidiary of ComfortDelGro, established in March 2024, operating four franchises and joining the Bee Network in Greater Manchester by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Metroline, founded in 1989, is the fourth largest bus operator in London, operating about 17% of the city’s scheduled bus services. It has been part of the global transport company ComfortDelGro since 2000, which operates in 12 countries with a fleet of over 40,000 vehicles and more than 22,000 colleagues.

Job Summary

The Finance Planning and Analysis Manager will support the Financial & Commercial Director in forecasting and reporting for the Metroline Manchester bus franchises in Greater Manchester.

The role involves preparing monthly management accounts, analysing variances to budget and forecast, and producing detailed depot packs for four operational units. The manager will lead the forecasting and budgeting processes, adapting existing London processes to Manchester’s operations, and develop a detailed bottom-up approach with finance partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead reforecasting and budgeting processes.
• Build forecasting models for driver costs, engineering headcount, and routine maintenance using a bottom-up methodology.
• Produce group management accounts and depot packs, summarising variances.
• Develop reporting metrics, including financial and non-financial indicators, explaining operational variances.
• Improve reporting and forecasting processes through standardisation and efficiency.

Benefits include:

• Free bus travel for employee + 3 (partner + 2 children OR 3 children)
• Free on-site parking
• Pension contributions
• Benefits Hub access
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free uniform

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACMA/ACCA) with at least 5 years PQE.
• Experience in forecasting and reporting within a matrix structure, working with finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficiency with IT systems, especially finance systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP), and MS Office suite.
• Experience reporting under IFRS.
• Strong Excel modeling skills, capable of handling complex business problems.
• Oracle experience is desirable but not essential.

Hours of Work

Full-time, 38 hours/week, permanent contract. Flexibility required for hours/days, including weekends, based on operational needs.

Application Process

Send a cover letter and CV to the Manchester Talent Acquisition Team, including:

• Your reasons for applying;
• Examples demonstrating your skills;
• Relevant qualifications or experience.