Financial Planning Manager

Arqiva; London; Hybrid; GBP 67,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Planning Manager to oversee budgeting and long-term planning processes. This pivotal role emphasizes clear communication and collaboration with various finance teams to align financial plans with strategic objectives. The successful candidate will lead cash forecasting initiatives and manage financial reporting, ensuring stakeholders receive concise insights. With a commitment to flexible working culture and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity promises professional growth in a dynamic environment at the forefront of media and connectivity solutions.

Benefits

Private Medical

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

Gymflex

Travel insurance

Dental insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in FP&A roles at group level within a similar-sized organization.
• Proven ability to challenge proposals and submissions for financial scrutiny.

Responsibilities

• Manage annual budgeting, reforecasting, and long-term planning cycles.
• Support in preparing financial presentations and reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Cash Forecasting

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Data Simplification

Education

Experience in FP&A roles

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle Financials

Oracle EPM

SmartView

Job description

Location: Commutable distance to Winchester / London

The Financial Planning Manager for Strategic Planning Cycles is responsible for overseeing the company’s budget, reforecasting, and long-term planning processes with an emphasis on clear communication, messaging, and cash focus. This role plays a key part in consolidating and communicating financial insights to stakeholders while driving planning excellence across the organization. By collaborating closely with the Commercial and Operations Finance Teams, this role ensures that financial plans are aligned with business objectives. It also provides essential support for Shareholders, Investor queries, and corporate finance initiatives.

Total Package

• Up to £67k base salary
• 10% bonus
• Private Medical
• 25 days annual leave
• Access to comprehensive flexible benefits including discounts on big brands, wellness and employee assistance programmes, Gymflex, buy and sell annual leave, travel and dental insurance
• Work. Life. Smarter. Our commitment to a flexible and hybrid working culture

The role

1. Planning Cycle Management: Manage the annual budgeting, reforecasting, and long-term planning cycles, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of consolidated financial plans for stakeholders, including shareholders, lenders, and rating agencies. Own the cash forecasting to improve accuracy and insight. Responsible for strategic group financial planning to support corporate activities or shareholder initiatives.
2. Financial and Commercial Acumen: Develop a strong understanding of the company’s products, services, and market dynamics to ensure accurate and clear communication to stakeholders and alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate with the Commercial and Operations Finance teams to integrate business insights into planning cycles and validate financial assumptions.
3. Reporting and Messaging of Financial Plans: Support the Head of Strategic Financial Planning and Shareholder Relations in preparing clear, concise financial presentations and reports for key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and audience requirements.
4. Cash Forecasting: Lead cash and working capital forecasting transformation and monthly processes (short and long term) in conjunction with the Cash Reporting Team and Treasury Manager. Drive increased insight and awareness of cash within the organization.
5. Forecasting Systems: Own the relationship with the Finance Systems team to ensure Oracle EPM is successfully operated, maintained, and continuously improved/developed for streamlining processes.

The person

• Experience in FP&A roles at group level within a similar-sized organization
• Proven ability to challenge proposals and submissions to ensure financials are reasonable and scrutinized
• Technical knowledge of systems including Microsoft Office, Oracle Financials, Oracle EPM, and SmartView
• Strong interpersonal skills with persuasive communication abilities
• Ability to simplify complex data and concepts for diverse audiences

We are the undisputed leader in UK TV and radio broadcast, and the UK’s leading Smart utilities platform, directly shaping the future of connectivity.

Through our established infrastructure, we ensure media and data are delivered where needed most, seamlessly connecting you through our behind-the-scenes technology.

With a rich history and an innovative future, we lead the transition of global media distribution to cloud solutions and develop scalable solutions for new connectivity sectors. There are many opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.

Why Arqiva? Reward. Connection. Growth.

We support your growth both professionally and personally, offering rewards and benefits beyond salary. Explore our totalreward2025 booklet for details.

Connect with colleagues through internal networks and events, and make a difference in our communities. We’re committed to helping you grow whether you aim to become a specialist or climb the career ladder.

Job Info

• Job Identification 23875
• Posting Date 04/29/2025, 09:25 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Crawley Court, Winchester, HANTS, SO21 2QA, GB; 64 Newman Street, London, GT LON, W1T 3EF, GB