At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial planning and analysis to drive strategic growth and performance insights.
- Company: Fast-growing, commercially driven business in South Manchester.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and exposure to senior leadership.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and influence key financial decisions in a high-profile role.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with strong FP&A experience and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 90000 £ per year.
We're partnering with a fast-growing, commercially driven business in Manchester to appoint a Head of FPA into a high-profile finance leadership role. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to play a key role in strategic decision-making, performance analysis, and long-range planning within a dynamic and evolving environment.
The Role
Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will lead financial planning and analysis activities across the business, delivering high-quality insight to support commercial performance and strategic growth. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
- Delivering insightful financial analysis and performance reporting
- Partnering with senior stakeholders across operations and commercial teams
- Supporting strategic decision-making through modelling and scenario analysis
- Driving improvements across FP&A processes, systems, and reporting capability
- Managing and developing junior finance team members where applicable
About You
We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who combines strong analytical capability with excellent stakeholder management skills. You will ideally have:
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification
- Proven FP&A or commercial finance experience within a complex environment
- Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
- Experience partnering with senior non-finance stakeholders
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach
What's on Offer
- Salary of £85,000 - £95,000
- Bonus and comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid working model
- Significant exposure to senior leadership
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
Head of Financial Planning and Analysis in Manchester employer: Dickson O'Brien Associates
Join a fast-growing, commercially driven business in South Manchester as the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values innovation and strategic insight. With a competitive salary, bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits, this role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and clear pathways for career progression, making it an ideal environment for ambitious finance professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Dickson O'Brien Associates Recruitment Team
