Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

FP&A Manager - Hertfordshire JSS are pleased to be supporting our client based in Hertfordshire on the recruitment of a new FP&A Manager role. This is an ideal for someone experienced in FP&A at a senior or manager level in a large fast paced business environment. Key Responsibilities We are seeking a high-calibre FP&A Manager to lead the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes across a dynamic and growing business. Reporting to the Head of Group FP&A, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, delivering insightful analysis and supporting strategic decision making across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys partnering with senior stakeholders, improving planning processes and providing meaningful financial insight that influences business outcomes. Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Group budget process, coordinating submissions from multiple business units and consolidating financial plans.
• Own the reforecasting cycle, ensuring accurate and timely forecasting of revenue, costs, cash flow and profitability.
• Deliver variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year performance, identifying key risks and opportunities.
• Partner with operational and commercial leaders to challenge assumptions and improve forecast accuracy.
• Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions and business cases.
• Analyse key business drivers, trends and KPIs to support performance improvement.
• Support long-term planning and scenario modelling activities.
• Drive continuous improvement of planning, forecasting and reporting processes.
• Assist with month-end reporting and provide insight into financial performance across the Group. Profile:
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) 2-5 years post qualified
• Proven FP&A experience within a multi-site, corporate or group finance environment.
• Strong experience leading annual budgeting and quarterly/monthly forecasting processes.
• Excellent financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Ability to translate financial information into clear business insights.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience influencing senior leadership teams.
• Advanced Excel capabilities; experience with Power BI On Offer:
• A salary of between £75,000-£80,000, bonus, benefits and hybrid working