Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Stott and May Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Stott and May Inc. in London is seeking an experienced Head of FP&A to lead financial planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and strategic analysis across the business.

Reporting to the CFO, this role acts as a key partner to the Executive Leadership Team, providing insight and challenge to drive growth and profitability. The role requires strong financial modelling, scenario analysis, and the ability to translate complex data into clear narratives for the board and senior executives.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven leadership experience within FP&A, Commercial Finance, or Finance Business Partnering.
• Strong financial modelling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Executive and Board level.
• Experience translating financial data into actionable business insight and strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis, KPI reporting, and performance commentary.
• Partner with senior leaders to support commercial and strategic decision-making.
• Develop financial models, business cases, and investment appraisals.
• Identify business risks, opportunities, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement across FP&A processes, systems, and reporting.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team.

Skills

Leadership in FP&A

Financial modelling

Forecasting

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

We are seeking an experienced Head of FP&A to lead financial planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and strategic analysis across the business. Reporting to the CFO, this role will act as a key partner to the Executive Leadership Team, providing the insight and challenge needed to drive growth, profitability, and informed decision-making. Beyond technical excellence, we're looking for an individual who can translate complex financial data into a clear and compelling narrative, helping stakeholders understand business performance, identify opportunities, and make confident strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.


• Deliver insightful financial analysis, KPI reporting, and performance commentary.


• Partner with senior leaders to support commercial and strategic decision-making.


• Develop financial models, business cases, and investment appraisals.


• Identify business risks, opportunities, and performance improvement initiatives.


• Drive continuous improvement across FP&A processes, systems, and reporting.


• Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team.

Requirements

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).


• Proven leadership experience within FP&A, Commercial Finance, or Finance Business Partnering.


• Strong financial modelling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Executive and Board level.


• Experience translating financial data into actionable business insight and strategic recommendations.