Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Metroline Manchester is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to assist in forecasting and reporting for its bus franchises. This role involves developing financial models, leading budgeting processes, and enhancing reporting metrics, essential to the operational success of the company.

Benefits

Free bus travel for yourself and companions

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme contributions

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years PQE.
• Experience in forecasting and reporting in matrix structures.
• Strong Excel skills for complex modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead reforecasting and budgeting processes.
• Produce group monthly management accounts.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting and forecasting.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Budgeting

Analysis

Excel

Communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACMA/ACCA)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

MS Office

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Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, Maidstone

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Metroline Manchester

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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. In March 2024, we were awarded contracts to operate four franchises and join the Bee Network in Greater Manchester by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Metroline was formed in 1989, is the fourth largest bus operator in London, running about 17 percent of the city’s scheduled bus services, and has been part of the largest private land transport company, ComfortDelGro, since 2000. We have 6,000 colleagues across the UK, helping carry over one million customers daily. ComfortDelGro 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 assist the Financial & Commercial Director in forecasting and reporting the results of the Metroline Manchester bus franchises in Greater Manchester.

The role involves monthly management accounts preparation, analyzing variances to budget and forecast for the group, and producing detailed ‘depot packs’ for four operational business units. The manager will lead the forecasting and budgeting process, building on existing processes and tailoring them for Manchester. Working with finance business partners, the FP&A manager will develop a detailed ‘bottom-up’ approach to forecasting all aspects of the franchise operation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead reforecasting and budgeting processes.
• Construct and operate forecasting models for key components such as driver costs, engineering headcount, and routine maintenance costs using a ‘bottom-up’ methodology.
• Produce group monthly management accounts and depot packs, summarizing variances to expected results.
• Develop company reporting, including financial and non-financial metrics, and explain variances in operations.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting and forecasting processes, identifying opportunities for standardization.

Benefits

• Free bus travel for yourself and 3 (a companion plus 2 children OR 3 children)
• Free on-site parking
• Pension scheme 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 both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficient in IT systems, especially finance systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP), and MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience reporting under IFRS.
• Strong Excel skills, capable of modeling complex business problems, either from scratch or by modifying existing processes.
• Oracle experience is desirable but not essential.

Hours of Work

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

To apply

Please email a cover letter and CV to the Manchester Talent Acquisition Team. Your application should include:

• The reasons for your interest in the role;
• Examples demonstrating how you meet the skills;
• Relevant qualifications or experience.