Role Purpose
As FP&A Manager you will join our Finance team during a critical FP&A transformation, reporting directly to the Group Head of FP&A. You will standardise reporting packs, build and automate financial models, and provide timely insights to leadership.
This role demands a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) who can balance monthly deliverables with architecting scalable processes and dashboards.
We are seeking an accomplished FP&A Manager with a strong analytical mindset and proven experience in higher education or subscriber‑driven business models, ideally within the TMT (Technology, Media & Telecommunications) or broader B2C businesses. Expertise in integrated 3‑statement financial modelling (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow) is essential.
Reporting & Pack Harmonisation
- Design and standardise Group/BU reporting packs covering financial & non‑financial KPIs.
- Document data‑source mappings, filters and governance rules (owner, frequency, version control).
- Establish a monthly operating rhythm: data collection → pack build → review → distribution.
- Integrate key subscriber‑based metrics (subscriber acquisition cost, average revenue per user, retention rate, churn, customer lifetime value) into FP&A reporting frameworks.
Financial Modelling & Analysis
- Build and maintain driver‑based Excel models for monthly P&L/3‑statement models, roll‑forward (variance analysis, headcount, CAPEX, etc.).
- Scenario planning (rolling forecast, budget vs. actual vs. forecast).
- Ad‑hoc business cases (ROI/payback, "what‑if" analysis).
- Collaborate with strategic finance, FP&A colleagues and business stakeholders to validate assumptions and outputs.
Data Visualization & Dashboards
- Develop interactive dashboards (Power BI or equivalent) for self‑service access to key metrics.
- Create summary charts (waterfalls, trend lines, bullet graphs) that highlight critical variances and insights.
- Partner with data and BI teams to ensure real‑time MI tracking.
- Translate business requirements into FP&A system specifications (Unit4 or similar).
- Automate manual data pulls and recurring calculations via Power Query, macros or ETL tools.
- Prototype a pilot dashboard that consolidates GL/subledger data into a single view.
Governance & Controls
- Implement quarterly housekeeping processes: archive old versions, enforce folder structures, apply naming conventions.
- Maintain version‑control procedures for all FP&A models (version stamps, change logs).
- Assist in documenting a RACI for Master Data Management to clarify data ownership.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Serve as the FP&A point of contact for Group Functions (Sales, Marketing, Commercial, Business Development, IT) and the C‑Suite.
- Partner with Finance Business Partners by providing data extracts, model outputs and analytical insights.
- Facilitate weekly FP&A check‑ins to ensure alignment, escalate issues and support hand‑offs.
Ad‑hoc & Project Work
- Provide group capacity during peak month‑end and PBF (Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting) cycles.
- Lead quick‑win automation projects (e.g. consolidating multiple Excel reports into a Power BI dashboard).
- Support M&A/Corporate Finance projects.
Qualifications & Experience
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- In‑depth experience in FP&A or financial modelling, ideally in a multi‑entity environment.
- Proven expertise in advanced Excel modelling: pivot tables, Power Query, Power Pivot, XLOOKUP/INDEX‑MATCH.
- Strong command of 3‑statement financial modelling and TMT/higher‑education business performance metrics.
- Hands‑on experience with Power BI (DAX, Power Query) and/or Unit4 (or similar ERP FP module).
- Prior exposure to standardising reporting packs across multiple business units is highly desirable.
Technical Skills
- Advanced Excel (pivot tables, Power Query, Power Pivot, XLOOKUP/INDEX‑MATCH).
- Strong data‑visualisation capabilities (Power BI, Tableau or similar).
- Deep understanding of P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow inter‑linkages.
- Familiarity with driver‑based forecasting and zero‑based budgeting methodologies.
- Basic understanding of data governance (Master Data Management, RACI, version control).
Business & Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication – able to present deep analysis in concise slide decks.
- Highly organised, able to manage multiple deliverables under tight month‑end and PBF deadlines.
- Collaborative mindset – comfortable partnering with FBPs, Controllers and non‑finance stakeholders.
- Self‑starter: proactive, resourceful and able to drive projects forward with minimal supervision.
Why Join GEDU Global?
- Be part of an entrepreneurial, fast‑growing education group with a truly global footprint.
- Work directly with an experienced executive team driving strategic growth (M&A, new programme launches, digital transformation).
- Partner across diverse functions (Sales, Marketing, Commercial, IT, HR) to deliver high‑impact insights.
- Help build and scale a best‑in‑class FP&A function – streamlining processes, automating reporting and influencing C‑Suite decisions.
- Opportunity to transition from a Group role to a permanent position, shaping GEDU’s financial strategy for years to come.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Finance and Sales
Industries
Education
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