Full job descriptionAn international technology manufacturer is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to join its commercial finance function. This is a high-impact role supporting senior leadership teams across continents in a complex, fast-paced global business environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in financial planning, forecasting, operational analysis, and strategic decision-making, while leading a small high-performing finance team.
The Opportunity
Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will partner closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to provide insight-driven financial support across budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis.
This role would suit a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders to influence business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes across multiple business functions
*Deliver detailed financial analysis, variance reporting, and actionable commercial insights
*Produce high-quality reporting packs and presentations for senior leadership teams
*Support strategic planning through financial modelling and scenario analysis
*Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems, and reporting
*Analyse revenue trends, operational spend, and profitability drivers to identify risks and opportunities
*Partner cross-functionally with operational, commercial, and technical teams
*Mentor and develop a small finance team
Candidate Profile
*Experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or financial management
*Prior experience within manufacturing, engineering, electronics, industrial, or technology-led environments preferred
*Strong analytical and business partnering capability
*Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
*Experience working with ERP and planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, Anaplan, or similar
*Confident communicator with experience presenting to senior stakeholders
*Proven ability to operate effectively within a dynamic, fast-paced business
*Previous team leadership or management experience advantageous


Education & Qualifications
*Degree qualified in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline
*ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification preferred
*MBA or postgraduate qualification beneficial but not essential


What’s on Offer
*Opportunity to join a growing international business in a strategically important finance role
*High level of exposure to senior leadership and commercial decision-making
*Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment
*Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
*Hybrid working flexibility