FP&A Manager

Description:

An international technology manufacturer is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to join its commercial finance function. This is a high-impact role supporting senior leadership teams across continents in a complex, fast-paced global business environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in financial planning, forecasting, operational analysis, and strategic decision-making, while leading a small high-performing finance team.

The Opportunity

Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will partner closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to provide insight-driven financial support across budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis.

This role would suit a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders to influence business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes across multiple business functions
Deliver detailed financial analysis, variance reporting, and actionable commercial insights
Produce high-quality reporting packs and presentations for senior leadership teams
Support strategic planning through financial modelling and scenario analysis
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems, and reporting
Analyse revenue trends, operational spend, and profitability drivers to identify risks and opportunities
Partner cross-functionally with operational, commercial, and technical teams
Mentor and develop a small finance teamCandidate Profile

Experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or financial management
Prior experience within manufacturing, engineering, electronics, industrial, or technology-led environments preferred
Strong analytical and business partnering capability
Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
Experience working with ERP and planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Anaplan, or similar
Confident communicator with experience presenting to senior stakeholders
Proven ability to operate effectively within a dynamic, fast-paced business
Previous team leadership or management experience advantageous

Education & Qualifications

Degree qualified in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline
ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification preferred
MBA or postgraduate qualification beneficial but not essential

What's on Offer

Opportunity to join a growing international business in a strategically important finance role
High level of exposure to senior leadership and commercial decision-making
Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment
Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
Hybrid working flexibility