FP&A Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Planning & Budgeting:
   - Lead the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
   - Partner with department heads to align financial targets with operational goals.
   - Create models to forecast revenues, costs, and profitability by business line, department, or product.
2. Reporting:
   - Prepare and distribute accurate and timely reports for senior management, including economical P&L and other comparison reports.
   - Analyse financial performance against budget and prior year performance, explaining variances and trends.
   - Produce monthly and quarterly management reports, providing insights on key financial metrics and KPIs.
3. Forecasting & Scenario Analysis:
   - Develop long-term financial forecasts and scenario analyses to support strategic initiatives.
   - Build and maintain complex financial models to support decision-making.
   - Provide ongoing updates to forecast models based on market conditions, business changes, and financial trends.
4. Data Analysis & Decision Support:
   - Perform deep-dive analysis into business operations, highlighting risks, opportunities, and inefficiencies.
   - Support key business decisions by analyzing the financial impact of proposed strategies or projects.
   - Conduct ad hoc financial analysis as requested by leadership.
5. Process Improvement:
   - Continuously improve financial reporting processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and automation.
   - Identify areas for process automation and optimization, particularly in budgeting and reporting tools.
   - Implement best practices in FP&A processes and tools.
6. Collaboration:
   - Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective budget controls.
   - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and business planning.
   - Present financial insights and recommendations to key stakeholders, including senior management and department heads.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. MBA, CFA, or CPA advantage.

Experience:
- FP&A Manager: 5-8+ years of experience, with a proven track record of success in financial analysis and team leadership.

Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced modelling skills) and PowerPoint.
- Experience with financial planning systems.
- Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus.