Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transport sector is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. This role involves supporting financial operations through forecasting and budgeting, preparing management accounts, and developing reporting processes. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with strong Excel skills and experience in financial reporting. Competitive benefits include free bus travel, pension contributions, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free bus travel for employee and up to 3 companions

Free on-site parking

Pension contributions

Access to Benefits Hub

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE as a qualified accountant.
• Experience in forecasting and reporting in a matrix organization.
• Strong Excel skills for complex business modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead reforecasting and budgeting processes.
• Produce monthly management accounts and depot packs.
• Improve reporting and forecasting processes continuously.

Skills

Forecasting

Budgeting

Variance Analysis

Financial Reporting

Excel

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACMA/ACCA)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

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Client:

Metroline Manchester

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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. We operate four franchises and are part of the Bee Network in Greater Manchester, awarded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Metroline was founded in 1989 and 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. Our UK team comprises 6,000 colleagues serving over one million customers daily. ComfortDelGro operates in 12 countries with a fleet of over 40,000 vehicles and more than 22,000 employees.

Job Summary

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

The role includes monthly management accounts preparation, analyzing variances to budget and forecast, and producing detailed depot reports for four operational units. The manager will lead the forecasting and budgeting process, adapting processes from London to suit Manchester's operations. Collaboration with finance business partners is essential to develop a detailed bottom-up approach for all aspects of the franchise operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead reforecasting and budgeting processes.
• Create forecasting models for key areas such as driver costs, engineering headcount, and routine maintenance using a bottom-up methodology.
• Produce monthly management accounts and depot packs, summarizing variances.
• Develop reporting metrics, including financial and non-financial data, explaining operational variances.
• Improve reporting and forecasting processes continuously, identifying opportunities for standardization.

Benefits include free bus travel for the employee and up to 3 companions or children, free on-site parking, pension contributions, access to Benefits Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, and free uniform.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACMA/ACCA) with at least 5 years PQE.
• Experience in forecasting and reporting within a matrix organization, working effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficiency in IT systems, especially finance software (e.g., Oracle, SAP), and MS Office Suite.
• Experience reporting under IFRS.
• Strong Excel skills for complex business modeling, either from scratch or by modifying existing models.
• Oracle experience is desirable but not essential.

Hours of Work

Full-time, 38 hours per week, with flexibility for hours/days including weekends based on operational needs.

To apply

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.