FP&A Manager, EMEA (FTC) in London

Rapid and ambitious growth of the core business has resulted in Finance hiring top talent - internationally and at pace. Our global headcount continues to increase and this naturally brings with it a number of exciting Finance projects & opportunities. If you join our Finance team, your career will accelerate on the back of your exposure to the kind of challenges & variety that come with being part of a growing global business.

Vantage is seeking a high‑calibre FP&A Manager to join the EMEA finance team on an 18‑month fixed‑term contract, providing maternity cover. This role will play a central part in supporting senior finance leadership and delivering high‑quality financial planning, analysis and insight across the business.

You will work closely with the FP&A Director and wider leadership team to support the coordination and delivery of budgeting, headcount planning and rolling forecasts, as well as responding to investor and internal ad hoc requests. The role requires strong technical capability, sound judgement and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. You will also contribute to the ongoing development of FP&A processes, tools and outputs, including driving improvements in automation, efficiency and the use of data.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the FP&A Director and senior management in the delivery of annual budgets, headcount planning and rolling forecasts across the P&L.
• Support coordination of planning activities, ensuring timelines, inputs and outputs are delivered accurately and on time.
• Own and deliver key components of budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Lead headcount planning and analysis, working closely with HR and business leaders to ensure alignment with financial plans.
• Deliver high‑quality variance analysis and performance insights to senior stakeholders.
• Build and maintain robust financial models to support business planning, investment decisions and scenario analysis.
• Partner with stakeholders across finance, operations and commercial teams to support decision‑making.
• Respond to investor, executive and internal ad hoc requests, producing clear and insight‑driven analysis under tight timelines.
• Identify and implement improvements in FP&A processes, including automation and use of AI where appropriate.
• Support preparation of materials for senior leadership, including Executive presentations and Board reporting.

Core Duties

• Support and drive the preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring high‑quality outputs and consistency across the business.
• Manage and refine headcount models, providing clear visibility and insight into workforce planning and cost drivers.
• Deliver detailed variance analysis, translating financial results into actionable recommendations.
• Build, maintain and enhance financial models, datasets and reporting frameworks.
• Oversee the integrity and consistency of key data sets, including financial, operational and commercial inputs.
• Prepare monthly reporting packs, including commentary tailored to senior audiences.
• Support the development of Board materials and investor‑facing analysis.
• Manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Drive continuous improvement across FP&A processes, tools and outputs.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and support on strategic initiatives as required.

Requirements

• Professional qualification (e.g. ACA, CIMA, CFA) or equivalent – required.
• Strong FP&A experience, typically 5–7+ years in financial analysis, planning or related roles – required.
• Advanced financial modelling skills with strong Excel capability – required.
• Experience supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, including headcount planning – required.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment – essential.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to distil complex data into clear insights – essential.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence supporting senior leadership – essential.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines – essential.
• Experience with Power BI or similar tools – preferred.
• Interest in automation, process improvement and the application of AI within finance – preferred.

What Success Looks Like

• Works closely with senior finance leadership to ensure smooth and timely delivery of planning cycles.
• Delivers accurate, consistent and insight‑led outputs across budgeting, forecasting and reporting.
• Provides clear, relevant analysis that supports senior leadership and investor discussions.
• Maintains high‑quality, reliable models and headcount plans that underpin decision‑making.
• Effectively balances multiple priorities and ad hoc requests without compromising quality.
• Identifies and implements improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency and scalability across FP&A.
• Builds strong, trusted relationships across finance and the wider business.