FP&A Manager

SSE; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a qualified accountant for a financial planning and analysis role in their Glasgow office. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and a strong understanding of FP&A principles. Responsibilities include leading the annual budget process, preparing financial reports, and conducting variance analysis. The role offers a permanent position with a competitive salary and a range of benefits, fostering a supportive culture focused on development and success.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

34 days annual leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Discounted healthcare

Salary sacrifice car leasing

Qualifications

• A fully qualified accountant, preferably with 3+ years post qualification experience in a business facing finance role.
• Strong understanding of FP&A principles and interest in the energy sector.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the annual budget and forecast process.
• Prepare budget and forecast reports for key stakeholders.
• Conduct monthly variance and sensitivity analysis.

Skills

Qualified accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

FP&A principles

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Education

Accountancy qualification (3+ years post qualification)

Job description

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time OR Part Time | Flexible First options available

The role

SSE Energy Markets is the commercial hub of SSE, trading commodities and securing value for SSEs assets in wholesale energy markets. In this wide and varied role, you will be responsible for financial planning and analysis for our Energy Markets business, being a core member of the FP&A team and working closely with key business stakeholders and finance business partnering.

This is a dynamic and supportive environment where youll gain exposure to senior leaders, influence decisions, and build relationships with a range of stakeholders - all while enjoying a team culture that champions collaboration, development, and success.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Leading the delivery of the annual budget and forecast process for the Energy Markets business. This will include oversight of budget and forecast inputs prepared by junior team members.
• Preparation of Energy Markets budget and forecast reports for key business and finance stakeholders.
• Responsibility for the preparation of long-term forecast inputs for areas of responsibility, working closely with business stakeholders to ensure forecasts are aligned with the broader SSE/ Energy Markets strategy.
• Conducting monthly variance analysis, sensitivity analysis, and preparing accurate, rolling forecasts.
• Providing financial insight and challenge as necessary to ensure that forecasts are accurate and realistic and support effective decision making.
• Driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial planning.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have/be:

• A fully qualified accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) preferably with 3+ years post qualification experience in a business facing finance role.
• A strong understanding of FP&A principles, and a genuine interest in working in the energy sector.
• The ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and deliver exceptional results.
• The ability to make decisions and recommendations while maintaining independence and professionalism at all times.
• A proactive mindset with the initiative to develop and improve financial models.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.

Opportunities for continuous development

This role offers opportunity to develop and deliver improvement across several key areas of the SSE Finance Skills Compass:

• Planning, Performance and Analysis - including budgeting, forecasting, data insight, and strategic business planning.
• Leadership - through coaching, mentoring, and empowering others to drive performance.
• Strategic and Analytical Thinking - supporting long-term planning, scenario modelling, and critical decision-making.
• Influence and Communication - engaging stakeholders, presenting insights, and building consensus.
• Operational Excellence - enhancing processes, improving controls, and delivering high-quality outputs.

About our Business

Our SSE Finance function has a key part to play in fulfilling SSE's obligations as a UK-listed company, providing expertise and services that can be shared across the SSE Group, and working in partnership with all businesses to provide services tailored to their specific needs. SSE operates in a highly regulated and increasingly competitive environment, and our role is to ensure that we gather, compile, analyse and recommend on the financial strategy for our businesses, identifying opportunities to drive efficiencies and create value for SSE now, and in the future.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Fran on 01738 344763.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.