FP&A Manager

Posted 8 days 16 hours ago by Robert Walters UK

Permanent
Full Time
Temporary Jobs
Berkshire, Wokingham, United Kingdom, RG401
Job Description

12 month fixed term contract in Reading with hybrid working. A leading UK charity is seeking a FP&A Manager to lead partnering, drive performance, efficiency, and implement commercial process improvement within a high performing FP&A function.

This role is about using financial insight to shape strategy, guide operational excellence, and manage a small team. You will work closely with senior leaders to influence key decisions, bring clarity to complex data, and lead scenario planning that drives real-world outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

  • Partnering with operational teams to deliver strategic goals through robust budgeting, forecasting, and planning cycles.
  • Leading scenario modelling and performance analysis to improve productivity and service delivery.
  • Driving insight through activity-based costing, ROI and KPI analysis, and innovative reporting tools.
  • Managing a small team and championing financial understanding across the business.
  • Building business cases that articulate clear, measurable benefits.
  • Influencing senior stakeholders and guiding the financial direction of key initiatives.

Experience and qualifications required:

  • Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CA) - essential
  • Strong analytical skills with proven experience in performance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Track record of working in medium to large organisations, ideally with exposure to service delivery models.
  • Experience in activity-based reporting and productivity measurement.
  • Strategic mindset with a collaborative, influential approach.
  • Previous people management or mentoring experience.

We welcome applications from all candidates and are an equal opportunities employer.

About the job

Contract Type: Temporary Interim Management

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum + flex benefits allowance, pension etc

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Reading