Strategic FP&A Lead – Budgeting, Forecasting & Insight

Michael Page Finance; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

25 days holiday

Private health

Enhanced pension

Job summary

Michael Page Finance in Slough is seeking an FP&A Lead to oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for the business. You will consolidate inputs from across the accounting and finance function and present clear insights to support strategic decisions.

You will analyse results, produce management reports, and drive improvements in planning and reporting processes. The role requires qualified accounting credentials and strong communication with non-finance colleagues.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in budgeting, forecasting and FP&A.
• Proven ability to analyse financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Experience producing management reporting for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting process, consolidating inputs for clear business plans.
• Prepare forecasts and update as trading information changes.
• Analyse results to identify key movements and trends.
• Produce clear management reports explaining performance.
• Collaborate across the business to improve planning data quality.
• Provide financial insight to support decision-making.
• Improve planning and reporting processes for consistency.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Forecasting

Management reporting

Data interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Michael Page Finance in Slough is seeking an FP&A Lead to oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for the business. You will consolidate inputs from across the accounting and finance function and present clear insights to support strategic decisions.

You will analyse results, produce management reports, and drive improvements in planning and reporting processes. The role requires qualified accounting credentials and strong communication with non-finance colleagues.