Lead FP&A Manager

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Lead FP&A Manager to join their finance team in Manchester. The role involves managing financial planning and analysis, developing financial models, and providing insights to leadership. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £75,000, a 10% bonus, and an employer contribution, alongside a hybrid working model requiring only one day a week in the office. This is a permanent role with opportunities for career growth and generous leave.

Benefits

10% bonus

100% employer pension contribution

Generous holiday leave

Qualifications

• Background in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within the retail industry.
• Experience in developing and managing financial models.
• Strong analytical skills for data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning and analysis function within the finance department.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Provide actionable insights to senior leadership.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Stakeholder management

Complex data interpretation

Financial model development

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

• Opportunity to join a leading team with in a commercial, varied position.
• Hybrid working arrangement with excellent benefits.

About Our Client

This role is with a large, well-established organisation in the Manchester City centre. They have an industry-leading finance team and they offer a hybrid, flexible working model where the expectation is to come to the office as little as once a week.

Job Description

• Lead and manage the financial planning and analysis function within the accountancy & finance department.
• Develop and implement financial models to support strategic initiatives.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Provide actionable insights to senior leadership to drive business performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with operational goals.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports for stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and efficiency improvements.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Lead FP&A Manager should have:

• A strong background in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within the retail industry.
• Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Proven expertise in developing and managing financial models.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Experience in stakeholder management and presenting financial insights to senior leaders.
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of approximately £60,000 to £75,000, depending on experience.
• 10% bonus on offer.
• 10% employer contribution.
• Hybrid working (only one day a week required in the office).
• Permanent position with opportunities for career growth.
• The chance to work in a collaborative and supportive environment,
• Generous holiday leave and access to company benefits.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, please contact Ben Copsey at Michel Page Finance directly or apply via the link for more details.