FP&A Manager

Harper May Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing Media & Events company in the UK is looking for an experienced FP&A Manager. You will collaborate with senior leadership to drive financial planning, forecasting, and analysis while leading a team of four. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with proven FP&A experience in a dynamic environment. This role requires advanced Excel skills and a proactive approach, offering opportunities for growth in a pivotal business phase.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an FP&A leadership role within media, events, or a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Well organised with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of medium and long-term financial plans.
• Lead budgeting processes and ensure alignment across departments.
• Deliver monthly forecasting and financial reporting.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Proactive approach

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

SAP

F&B Shop

Opera

Job description

Harper May is partnering with a fast-growing and innovative Media & Events company that has recently completed a major acquisition, reinforcing its position as one of the UK's most dynamic players in the sector. With ambitious plans to expand into new markets over the next five years, the business is now seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to help shape financial strategy and support ongoing commercial success.

Role Overview

The FP&A Manager will work closely with senior leadership to deliver robust financial planning, accurate forecasting, and insightful analysis. This role will play a central part in driving efficiency, profitability, and long term business growth during a pivotal stage in the company's development.

• Support the development of medium and long term financial plans in collaboration with senior leadership
• Lead budgeting processes and ensure alignment across departments
• Provide insightful analysis on market trends, competitor activity, and performance drivers
• Deliver monthly forecasting and financial reporting across revenue, cost, and margin metrics
• Manage and develop a team of four, including finance and purchasing functions
• Conduct margin analysis to support commercial and operational decision making
• Support finance systems reporting; experience with SAP, F&B Shop, or Opera is desirable

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Proven experience in an FP&A leadership role, ideally within media, events, or a fast paced commercial environment
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Well organised with a hands on and proactive approach