FP&A Manager

Michael Page (UK); Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to join a leading healthcare organisation in Basingstoke. In this pivotal role, you will shape financial strategy and lead improvement programmes. Candidates must have a strong background in public sector finance, ideally within healthcare, and proven leadership skills. Salary ranges from £77,000 to £88,500 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Engaging and supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in financial planning.
• Experience in complex public sector organisations, ideally healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of annual financial plans.
• Produce monthly financial reports and forecasts.
• Drive financial recovery initiatives.
• Represent the organisation in financial planning negotiations.
• Oversee budget-setting processes.
• Provide input into major business cases.

Skills

Public sector finance understanding

Financial improvement programmes leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Change management

Collaborative leadership

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

• Lead FP&A in a complex organisation with real public impact
• High autonomy with freedom to act and innovate

About Our Client

A leading healthcare organisation in the South East is seeking a strategic and dynamic finance leader to join its senior management team. This is a pivotal role within a complex and evolving environment, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, drive performance, and influence decision‑making at the highest level.

Job Description

As FP&A Manager, you will lead a high‑performing FP&A function and play a critical role in shaping the organisation's financial future. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development of annual financial plans aligned with workforce and activity forecasts.
• Producing monthly financial reports and forecasts for internal and external stakeholders.
• Driving financial recovery initiatives and identifying efficiency opportunities.
• Representing the organisation in system‑wide financial planning and negotiations.
• Leading divisional finance teams to deliver insightful, timely, and accurate financial analysis.
• Designing and overseeing the budget‑setting process, ensuring transparency and alignment with strategic goals.
• Providing expert input into major business cases and strategic projects.

The Successful Applicant

You will be a qualified accountant with significant post‑qualification experience and a strong track record in financial planning within complex organisations. You'll bring:

• Deep understanding of public sector finance, ideally within healthcare.
• Proven experience in leading financial improvement programmes.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and analytical skills.
• Experience working in matrix environments and managing change.
• A collaborative leadership style and commitment to developing financial literacy across the organisation.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £77,000 to £88,500 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package (details on request).
• Opportunity to work within a large public sector organisation in Basingstoke.
• Engaging and supportive company culture.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional in accounting and finance to make a significant impact. If you are ready to take on the role of Associate Director of FP&A, apply now to join the team in Basingstoke!