Strategic FP&A Lead for Growth (PE-Backed)

Axon Moore Group Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Axon Moore Group Ltd is recruiting an FP&A Manager for a high-growth PE-backed business in South Manchester. The role sits in the finance leadership team during a period of expansion, with exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate will lead budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning, develop robust financial models and dashboards (Power BI, Dynamics 365, Excel), and deliver insightful financial reporting to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience.
• Proven FP&A and business partnering experience within a complex organisation.
• Strong financial modelling, forecasting, budgeting, and analytical skills.
• Experience in a project-led environment with revenue recognition, WIP, order books and pipeline analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills; Power BI and Dynamics 365 viewed positively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to translate data into insight.
• Experience mentoring analysts and developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes across a large business unit.
• Develop robust financial models, scenario plans, and performance dashboards to support decision‑making.
• Deliver insightful financial reporting and analysis to senior stakeholders, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with operational and commercial leaders to improve profitability, resource allocation, and business performance.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis, forecasting reviews, and strategic evaluations to support growth initiatives.
• Build strong relationships across multiple functions, acting as a trusted finance business partner.
• Manage, coach, and develop FP&A analysts within the team.
• Drive continuous improvement across reporting, systems, processes, and financial planning capabilities.

Skills

FP&A

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Dynamics 365

Job description

Axon Moore Group Ltd is recruiting an FP&A Manager for a high-growth PE-backed business in South Manchester. The role sits in the finance leadership team during a period of expansion, with exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate will lead budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning, develop robust financial models and dashboards (Power BI, Dynamics 365, Excel), and deliver insightful financial reporting to senior stakeholders.