Group Financial Planning & Analysis Manager (12-month fixed term contract)

A highly respected infrastructure business with an outstanding senior leadership team is searching for a Group Financial Planning & Analysis Manager (FP&A) to join on a 12-month fixed term contract basis. This role is responsible for leading performance reporting, financial analysis, and business planning activities for group functions. Key duties include consolidating and producing monthly management reports, delivering performance insights, and preparing financial analyses and presentations to support executive decision-making. The role also involves ad hoc analysis to support strategic initiatives, close collaboration with internal partners, and coaching of junior team members, while driving improvements in financial systems and processes.

A core responsibility is to manage planning and forecasting cycles, ensuring that outputs are accurate, timely, and aligned with broader strategic goals. This includes supporting various teams with their business plans, providing financial insights to aid future growth, and challenging assumptions where needed. The role also oversees functional cost management across areas a number of revenue generating business units, ensuring strong financial control, budget adherence, and the development of sound business cases for investments.

To be successful, candidates should be available at short notice and we are seeking an experienced FP&A professional (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with relevant post-qualification experience in large, complex organisations. Key skills include strong analytical thinking, communication, stakeholder engagement, and a high attention to detail. Advanced Excel skills are essential, with proficiency in PowerPoint and a preference for experience with SAP (or equivalent) systems. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, independent thinker with the ability to lead and influence across functions.