FP&A Manager

• FP&A
• Business Partnering
• Reporting

Role Overview

We are looking for a commercially driven and analytically rigorous Senior FP&A Manager to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will take ownership of the full financial planning cycle, provide high-quality insight to senior leadership, and act as a trusted business partner across operational and functional teams. You will also line manage an FP&A Analyst and deputise for the Head of Finance when required.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the monthly rolling forecast and annual budgeting cycle, driving cross-functional alignment and embedding a strategic focus on operational performance – ensuring high-quality, end-to-end integration of all inputs into financial models.
• Produce detailed bridge reconciliations and provide clear, insightful variance commentary on movements between rolling forecasts, budget, and prior submissions.
• Own and be fully accountable for the production and quality of detailed site-by-site budget packs, including rigorous analysis and clear narrative for the Group Finance function.
• Review and provide assurance over Open Book analysis produced by the FP&A Analyst, delivering insight-led commentary and presenting outcomes to the UK Finance team on a monthly basis.
• Compile a Five-Year Plan including variance analysis, bridge reconciliations, and concise commentary on differences to prior submissions.
• Provide financial modelling, scenario planning, and analytical support to inform strategic decision‑making, including Operating Board-level materials and sensitivity analysis as required.

Reporting

• Contribute to the delivery of high-quality, insight‑led commentary within performance reporting, including the identification and quantification of lost opportunities.
• Review and validate weekly performance updates prepared by the FP&A Analyst, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all reported financial variances.
• Provide clear commentary on the Full Year Estimate section of the UK Finance report, ensuring timely escalation of key risks and issues as appropriate.

Business Partnering

• Lead the robust review of site performance, applying strategic challenge to drive accountability, enhance decision‑making, and improve financial outcomes.
• Identify profit improvement opportunities across operational sites, working in close partnership with cross‑functional stakeholders and the FP&A Analyst to co‑develop and deliver high‑impact action plans.
• Support and maintain relationships with key supply chain partners – including feedstock providers and hauliers – to ensure costs are minimised where possible.
• Oversee the strategic optimisation of energy assets, partnering with operational teams and the FP&A Analyst to monitor performance, evaluate current market conditions, and maximise site profitability.
• Lead the identification, assessment, and management of financial risks and opportunities, driving proactive mitigation plans and value creation in partnership with key stakeholders.
• Advise and influence senior leadership to shape strategic decision‑making and drive alignment to business priorities.
• Support external engagement to deliver sustainable cost reductions and supply diversification across critical spend categories – including utilities, consumables, and maintenance – undertaking regular contract reviews with Operations to optimise pricing, performance, and value.

Additional Responsibilities

• Line management and development of the FP&A Analyst.
• Deputise for the UK Head of Finance as required.
• Support the development and implementation of system and process improvements.
• Review and enhance financial control processes within the FP&A team.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with demonstrable post‑qualification experience in an FP&A or commercial finance role.
• Strong financial modelling skills with the ability to work across large, complex data sets and produce executive‑level outputs.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with a proven track record of partnering effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in a multi‑site or operationally complex environment is advantageous.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and able to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery.

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