Group FP&A Manager

Safran; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran is seeking an experienced Group FP&A Manager to lead financial planning, analysis, and performance reporting across our global business. This role sits at the heart of the Group finance function, partnering with the Group Financial Reporting Manager, regional finance teams and senior leadership to drive commercial insight and disciplined cost management.

The role oversees an FP&A Analyst responsible for synergy tracking and reporting, offering a balance of hands-on analysis and people

Qualifications

• 6+ years FP&A, commercial or corporate finance experience.
• M&A integration or synergy tracking experience desirable.
• Experience in global or matrix organisations and developing junior finance staff.
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual Group reporting, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.
• Own Group budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning across sites and regions.
• Analyse forecasts, identify risks and opportunities, and present insights to the CFO and senior leadership.
• Consolidate planning and review packs accurately and within deadlines.
• Partner with regional CFOs and commercial leaders to challenge assumptions and drive accountability.
• Lead synergy evaluation and reporting to Safran SED and manage synergy tracking.
• Maintain auditable processes to validate savings, track run-rate and in-year benefits.

Skills

Financial modelling

Excel skills

Planning tools

Communication

Team leadership

M&A integration

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Anaplan

Hyperion

OneStream

SAP BPC

Job description

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.

FP&A Manager

Wolverhampton

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At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Group FP&A Manager to lead financial planning, analysis, and performance reporting across our global business. This role sits at the heart of the Group finance function, partnering closely with the Group Financial Reporting Manager, regional finance teams, and the senior leadership team to drive commercial insight, robust forecasting, and disciplined cost management. The role has direct oversight of an FP&A Analyst responsible for synergy tracking and reporting, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both hands-on analysis and people leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Group FP&A - Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual Group reporting, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and performance commentary.
• Own Group budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning across multiple sites and regions.
• Analyse forecasts, identify risks and opportunities, and present insights to the CFO and senior leadership.
• Consolidate planning and review packs accurately and within deadlines.
• Partner with regional CFOs and commercial leaders to challenge assumptions and drive accountability.
• Lead weekly risks and opportunities reporting and develop Group KPIs covering revenue, margin, working capital, capex and productivity.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisions.

Synergy & Integration

• Lead synergy evaluation and reporting to Safran SED.
• Manage an FP&A Analyst tracking cost and revenue synergies from M&A, restructuring and footprint consolidation.
• Maintain auditable processes to validate savings, track run-rate and in-year benefits, and report net P&L impact.
• Identify delivery risks and escalation mitigation actions.

Processes & Leadership

• Improve reporting efficiency, automation and data quality.
• Support implementation of planning tools to improve forecast accuracy and reduce manual work.
• Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and controls.
• Manage and develop one FP&A Analyst, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

Candidate Profile

• 6+ years' experience in FP&A, commercial or corporate finance, ideally in manufacturing, industrial or multi-site environments.
• M&A integration, synergy tracking or restructuring experience desirable.
• Experience in global or matrix organisations and developing junior finance staff.
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification preferred.

What You'll Bring:

• 6+ years of progressive FP&A, commercial finance, or corporate finance experience, ideally within a manufacturing / industrial, or multi-site operating environment
• Prior experience supporting M&A integration, synergy tracking, or restructuring programs is highly desirable
• Experience operating in a global or matrixed organization, partnering with stakeholders across multiple countries and time zones
• Proven track record of managing or mentoring junior finance staff

Skills & Qualifications

• Professional accounting/finance qualification preferred (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Strong technical modelling skills in Excel; experience with planning tools such as Anaplan, Hyperion, OneStream, or SAP BPC is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear narratives for non-finance stakeholders

Here, we craft excellence together.

We understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger. We are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.