Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Practicus; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing healthcare innovator is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee finance and accounting functions across the UK & Ireland. This role involves leading financial planning and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Ideal for detail-driven professionals with a strong finance background.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar finance role.
• Strong track record across collections, payables, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modelling.
• Manage month- and quarter-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with UK and Irish tax requirements.

Skills

Analytical Mindset

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Accounting

Degree in Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Job description

This range is provided by Practicus. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Recruitment Manager @ Practicus - Life Sciences | Executive Search

Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a hands-on approach and a passion for precision? A fast-growing, globally backed healthcare innovator is looking for a Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance and accounting functions across the UK & Ireland.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside senior regional leadership while collaborating with global finance teams. If you're experienced in FP&A, collections, payables, inventory, and statutory reporting – we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modelling to drive effective decision-making.
• Manage the month- and quarter-end close processes in partnership with the global finance team.
• Oversee vendor payments, payroll, and general ledger activities while ensuring internal controls and accuracy.
• Ensure full compliance with UK and Irish tax, statutory, and audit requirements.
• Drive cash flow forecasting and optimise capital allocation strategies.
• Support inventory and COGS accounting, working closely with supply chain teams.
• Enhance systems and reporting tools to strengthen FP&A and accounting processes.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar finance role, with a strong track record across collections, payables, and inventory.
• Working knowledge of UK/Irish GAAP and tax compliance.
• Proficiency in financial tools such as Microsoft Dynamics and/or QuickBooks Online, plus advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical mindset and exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience in a global or subsidiary structure – biotech/medtech/pharma exposure is a bonus.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a scale-up environment, takes ownership of processes, and wants to make a tangible impact in a purpose-driven company.

Location: UK-based (Hybrid working available)

Availability: Immediate or short-notice start preferred, but we’re happy to wait for the right person.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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