Senior FP&A Manager

We are Smart DCC
Together we’re building a greener tomorrow

Connecting every home and business to a single, secure smart meter network is a huge undertaking. So you can imagine the scale – and variety – and opportunities for the people who’ll help us do it.

The role

London or Manchester Hybrid working model (2 days a week office based, 3 days remote)

Competitive Salary plus performance related bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior FP&A Manager. This role will report to the Head of FP&A and Business Planning and will be pivotal to the transformation of FP&A, with an FP&A Senior Analyst and FP&A Analyst reporting in.

The role will lead the approach and manage the process for the production and reporting of monthly management reports to ExCo, Board and other internal stakeholders; drive the cost efficiency programme, tracking and reporting; own the cashflow forecast to ensure DCC maintains the right level of cash to meet its obligations; and support the budgeting and forecasting processes. In addition, you will work closely with the senior management team and senior stakeholders to deliver high-quality analysis around business performance. You will work alongside the Finance Business Partners to provide relevant reporting schedules which will assist with insightful commentary around performance and create value-add insight to action.

What will you be doing?

1. Deliver accurate and consistent month-end/year-end management reporting for DCC Executive Committee, Board and its sub-divisions and support the Finance Business Partners to drive insightful commentary on performance.
2. Manage the framework for reviewing performance against plans, working with functions to identify corrective action and amend plans as required.
3. Partner with Finance Business Partners to communicate a clear and coherent story on business plan drivers, performance and actions to ExCo team and the DCC Board as required, including developing and building presentation decks/papers.
4. Drive the ambition to move towards business-wide self-serve reporting on business performance.
5. Lead the production of the forecast that feeds into the quarterly Charging Statement and Indicative Budgets presented to customers through the Quarterly Finance Forum.
6. Manage the monthly cashflow reporting and forecasting process in alignment with Charging Statement and Indicative Budget requirements.
7. Manage the framework, tracking and reporting of the cost efficiency programme across Smart DCC to ensure accuracy and completeness.
8. Lead on the Corporate Objectives setting, tracking and reporting, ensuring alignment to strategy.
9. Drive improvement in financial processes, business analysis and reporting.
10. Ownership of the annual commercial finance timetable and clear communication.
11. Leverage and implement technology to empower the business through effective reporting on Power Applications.
12. Line management and development responsibilities for the team.
13. Other ad hoc requirements as needed.

What are we looking for?

1. CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.
2. Confident to work and manage key stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
3. Experience of engaging and influencing at Executive level.
4. Strong communicator and team member, who is proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
5. Extensive experience of FP&A and performance reporting processes in complex environments.
6. Successful track record of leading FP&A processes and implementing change.
7. Excellent written, data analytics, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
8. Ability to simplify complex information.
9. Highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage multiple competing requirements.
10. Knowledge of business planning, FP&A and reporting technologies.
11. Excellent use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint; knowledge of Power BI desirable.
12. SAP FPT knowledge and the ability to create and develop reports.

About the DCC:

At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. Our people drive our mission, and we depend on each other to make a difference. Join us and unleash your potential in a team that holds each other accountable and supports personal growth.

Company benefits:

The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.

What to do now

To apply, choose ‘apply now’ to fill out our short application. If you have questions, please contact As a Disability Confident member, DCC is committed to an inclusive recruitment process.

Smart together

Our values and behaviours include making a difference, acting with integrity, and being accountable. We offer personal development opportunities and a range of benefits to support your career and well-being.

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