Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist

Ascent Recruitment is pleased to support a well-established and growing Insurance business in Manchester City Centre that is looking to appoint a Senior FP&A Accountant. This is a high-visibility role supporting senior leadership, with responsibility for financial modelling, long-range planning, and business performance analysis. The role will work closely with the Senior Finance Business Partner and the leadership team, helping to generate insights and support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budget, rolling forecasts and long-range financial planning process
• Build, maintain, and enhance financial models
• Translate commercial drivers into clear financial forecasts and analysis
• Deliver scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis to support strategic decisions
• Analyse performance across entities, business lines and P&L segments
• Provide financial insight to senior leadership and support board reporting
• Support strategic initiatives, including growth programmes and expansion projects
• Continuously improve FP&A processes, forecasting accuracy and financial reporting tools Key Qualifications / Skills
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
• Strong FP&A experience with involvement in budgeting, forecasting and planning cycles
• Strong Excel and financial modelling capability
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting, cash flow and balance sheet drivers
• Ability to analyse large datasets and turn them into commercial insight
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Salary & Key Benefits
• Salary Up to £65,000
• Annual bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• Up to 13% pension contribution
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + wellbeing days
• Private medical and dental cover
• Life assurance If you are interested, apply now for a quick response.