Group FP&A Manager

Profils; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company performance bonus scheme

Pension scheme - up to 10% employer

Private medical insurance

Comprehensive health cash plan

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible benefits programme

Training, development and mobility

Job summary

Safran Actuation Systems UK in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Group FP&A Manager to lead budgeting, forecast and performance reporting across our global operations.

You will oversee an FP&A Analyst, partner with regional CFOs and commercial leaders, and drive synergy tracking from M&A, cost management and rolling planning processes.

Qualifications

• 6+ years FP&A or corporate/financial planning experience.
• M&A integration, synergy tracking or restructuring experience desirable.
• Experience in global or matrix organisations and developing junior finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual Group reporting (P/L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Own Group budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning across multiple sites/regions.
• Analyse forecasts, identify risks/opportunities, present to CFO and senior leadership.

Skills

FP&A experience

Commercial finance

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial modelling

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Excel

Anaplan

Hyperion

OneStream

SAP BPC

Power BI

Job description

Finance and management - Financial information system analysis

Job title

Group FP&A Manager

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Full-time

FP&A Manager

Wolverhampton

Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

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.

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:

Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world classcentrefor the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial,militaryand rotary platforms. With major sites inWolverhamptonandBanbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative,reliableand safe systems that keepaircraftperforming at their best.

Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturingcapabilityand a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. Whether supporting major globalprogrammesor developing the next generation of actuation technologies, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As part of Safran's global network, joining Safran Actuation Systems UK means becoming part of a highly skilled,collaborativeand forward thinking team with opportunities to grow, innovate and make a meaningful impactinthe future of aerospace.

• Competitive salary
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme
• We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.

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
• Working knowledge of BI/reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau) advantageous
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear narratives for non-finance stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to see the bigger commercial picture
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with competing priorities

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.

Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.

Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger.

Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.

Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.

Get involved:

We have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

Job location

Europe, UK, England

Entity

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 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.