Manager of FP&A (6 months fixed term contract)

The FP&A Manager will play a crucial role in driving financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, business partnering and analyses for our organisation's global operations. 

This position will be responsible for providing financial insights, strategic guidance, and actionable recommendations to support decision-making at the executive level. The individual in this role will be responsible for optimising performance and business growth. 

Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Develop and manage the annual budget, quarterly reforecasts and long-term financial plan.

• Prepare and present financial reports, variance analysis, and forecasts to senior management and stakeholders.

• Monitor and analyze financial performance against KPIs, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Collaborate with local finance teams to ensure consistency and accuracy in financial reporting.

Strategic Decision Support:

• Provide strategic financial guidance and insights to support business decisions and investments.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the financial impact of new initiatives, mergers, acquisitions, and expansion opportunities.

• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling to evaluate the potential outcomes of various strategic decisions.

Forecasting and Modeling:

• Develop and maintain complex financial models (excel/google sheets) to support forecasting and scenario planning.

• Analyse market and industry data to enhance forecasting accuracy and to identify key business drivers 

Process Improvement:

• Continuously improve financial planning and reporting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement best practices, standardise procedures, and leverage technology to optimize FP&A

Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field;

• Professional accounting/finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, FSAI) 

• Proven experience in a senior FP&A role, preferably in a multinational

corporation.

• Exceptional financial modeling and analytical skills, with proven ability to translate large datasets into strategic insights.

• In-depth knowledge of financial reporting standards and international regulations.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging with senior executives and stakeholders.

• Proficiency in financial software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, advanced Google Sheets and Excel skills.

• Demonstrated ability to handle complex, high-pressure situations and make strategic decisions.

•Great teammate - thrives in an environment of collaboration; recognizes the appropriate time to lead, question, or step back; able to champion and motivate a team to achieve the desired results

Benefits

💰 Competitive salary package

🏠 Hybrid work model with flexibility to support your lifestyle

🏥 Comprehensive private health and life insurance coverage

🌴 Extra paid time off to recharge and take care of yourself

💻 The latest tech equipment to support your productivity and creativity

🌍 A collaborative, inclusive, and international work environment