SRM Recruitment are beginning 2026 with a search for a Group FP&A Manager: Reporting & Data Insights. This role will sit within an established, sizable FP&A function of a successful UK listed Plc.
We are seeking a qualified ACA/CA/ACCA currently working in a practice environment (Big 4 or otherwise) likely with working in Transaction Services, Data Analytics, Deals, FDD, Deal Advisory team (or similar) who is comfortable using data analytic & visualisations tools to work with big data sets. The idea being that the successful candidate can combine & interrogate different commercial FP&A data in order to derive actionable insights that drive value.
The Group FP&A Manager: Reporting and Data Insights will play a critical role within our client’s FP&A function, responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, developing actionable insights, and driving data-led decision making across the organisation. This role combines technical financial expertise with advanced analytical capabilities to support strategic planning and business performance management.
Key responsibilities include:
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Own the production of monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting packs for the Executive team and Board, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and insight-driven commentary
- Own and develop Group FP&A data models, dashboards, and analytical frameworks that analyse Group performance against plan, prior periods, and market expectations, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities.
- Prepare executive summaries and presentations that translate complex financial data into clear business insights for senior stakeholders
- Support strategic initiatives such as M&A, capital allocation, cost optimisation, and transformation programmes through robust data analysis
Data Management & Systems
- Own and continuously improve the Group financial reporting infrastructure, including automation of reporting processes and data workflows
- Translate complex financial and operational data into meaningful insights using advanced analytics and visualisation tools.
- Partner with Finance, IT and Data teams to improve data quality across the Group, including consistency of data definitions, KPIs, and performance metrics across the Group
Business Intelligence & Insights
- Conduct deep-dive analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across business units and cost centres
- Develop predictive models and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making
- Design and implement advanced analytics to enhance forecasting accuracy and business performance visibility
Forecasting & Planning Support
- Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes with robust reporting frameworks and variance analysis
- Develop rolling forecast models that provide forward-looking visibility on financial performance
- Analyse forecast accuracy and identify areas for improvement in planning processes
Stakeholder Management & Business Partnering
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior finance leadership and business unit heads, providing financial insights that drive commercial decisions
- Collaborate with divisional FP&A teams to drive best practice, challenge assumptions, and embed insight-led decision making
- Present findings and recommendations to senior management and cross-functional teams
We are seeking:
- A qualified ACA, CA or ACCA working within a professional services firm, likely at Manager or experienced Assistant Manager level with a Transaction Services, Data Analytics, FDD or Deal Advisory team.
- Strong data analytics capability, including experience with large, complex data sets
- Proficiency with Data Visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau etc)
- Strong understanding of financial statements, value drivers, and performance metrics in a PLC context
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to link data insights to strategic outcomes
- Ability to communicate complex insights clearly and concisely to senior stakeholders, with strong storytelling skills that translates data into compelling narratives
On offer: Competitive base salary + cash/car allowance + bonus + benefits
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