FP&A Analyst Senior

ManpowerGroup; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Employee well-being initiatives

Corporate discounts

Job summary

ManpowerGroup GBS Portugal in Porto is seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst to lead planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting, partnering with Finance and operational stakeholders to drive strategic financial performance.

The role requires strong modelling, budgeting, and variance analysis skills, with a track record of guiding senior leaders and mentoring junior team members within a dynamic multinational environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in FP&A or related function in a multinational.
• Experience delivering insights to senior leadership.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and modelling skills.
• Proven ability to lead projects and mentor juniors.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes with accurate, timely delivery.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to forecast future performance.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.
• Partner with Finance Business Partners and stakeholders to support planning cycles.
• Identify risks and opportunities and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Lead FP&A projects and process improvements.
• Provide mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

FP&A

Forecasting

Financial modelling

Budgeting

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Enabling technologies

Job description

Job Purpose

The Senior FP&A Analyst is responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting activities, while acting as a trusted business partner to Finance and operational stakeholders. This role provides strategic financial insights to support decision-making, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and contributes to the achievement of the company's financial and operational objectives. The Senior FP&A Analyst is also expected to take ownership of complex projects and may provide guidance, mentoring, and coordination support across the team.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to forecast future performance and analyze historical financial results.
• Partner with Finance Business Partners and key stakeholders to support critical planning cycles, including Long Range Plans, Annual Operating Plans, monthly forecasts, and revenue estimates.
• Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and business insights to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and performance improvement actions.
• Provide strategic recommendations to support business decision-making and drive financial performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial plans are aligned with business objectives and strategic priorities.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Support pricing, investment, product, and business case evaluations through detailed financial analysis.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and financial regulations.
• Lead FP&A-related projects, including process improvements, system implementations, reporting enhancements, and strategic initiatives.
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders, providing financial guidance and challenging assumptions where appropriate.
• Support the development, coaching, and mentoring of junior team members when required.

Technical Competencies

• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, Financial Controlling, Commercial Finance, Business Partnering, or other decision-support functions within medium to large multinational organizations.
• Proven experience providing financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership teams and influencing business decisions.
• Strong expertise in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial modelling.
• Experience leading complex projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate financial data into business recommendations.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and enabling technologies.
• Solid knowledge of internal controls, segregation of duties, governance, and compliance best practices.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic international environment and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.
• Ability to balance operational priorities while contributing to the strategic direction of the business.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.

Additional Consideration

• We highly value previous experience in team leadership and people management

Grow Your Career with ManpowerGroup GBS

At ManpowerGroup Global Business Services (GBS) Portugal, we foster a collaborative, inclusive, and people-centric environment where employees are encouraged to grow, innovate, and make an impact. We value flexibility and support a healthy work-life balance through our hybrid working model, enabling employees to combine office-based collaboration with remote working, in line with company policy.

Located at the Lionesa Business Hub, our offices provide a modern and inspiring workplace with excellent facilities, accessibility, and a vibrant business community.

We believe in empowering our people by promoting ownership, continuous learning, and open communication. Our teams work in a supportive and international environment where knowledge sharing, teamwork, and professional development are highly valued.

In addition, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including Health Insurance, employee well-being initiatives, and a range of discounts and advantages through our corporate partnerships.

ManpowerGroup GBS Portugal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employment decisions—including recruitment, development, compensation, and promotion—are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and business needs.

About ManpowerGroup GBS

ManpowerGroup Global Business Services (GBS) Portugal is a strategic global hub delivering high-quality business services and operational excellence to ManpowerGroup Europe entities. Operating from Porto, GBS supports business functions through expertise in Finance and other corporate services.

As part of ManpowerGroup, a global leader in workforce solutions operating across dozens of countries, GBS plays a key role in driving efficiency, innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement across the organization. Through a combination of talented professionals, digital solutions, and a customer-focused mindset, ManpowerGroup GBS helps enable sustainable business growth while creating meaningful career opportunities for its people.

A Brighter Future is Humanly Possible

At ManpowerGroup, we believe meaningful, sustainable employment has the power to change the world. Because when you combine talented people with innovative companies, you can build a brighter future for everyone.

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