Interim FP&A Manager

Overview

Cedar is partnered with a fast-growing international consumer (PE Backed) business to help them secure an Interim FP&A Manager. This role is fully remote and is offered as an initial 3-month contract, outside IR35, paying £450 to £500 per day.

The Company

This consumer-facing organisation has expanded rapidly across multiple markets, supported by organic growth and acquisitions. With a commercial and data-driven culture, finance sits at the heart of strategic decision-making, ensuring robust reporting, accurate forecasting, and value-adding financial analysis. The business offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment where senior finance professionals can make an immediate impact.

The Role

As Interim FP&A Manager (fully remote, outside IR35), you will provide commercial finance support and drive financial insight during a period of growth and change.

Your responsibilities

• Producing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
• Building, maintaining and improving financial models for forecasting, scenario planning and what-if analysis
• Delivering KPI analysis covering sales, margin, customer acquisition, returns and inventory performance
• Conducting detailed revenue and seasonal performance analysis across brands, geographies and channels
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting cycles, including acquisition integration and strategic planning
• Providing ad hoc financial analysis on margin pressures, cost levers and trading performance
• Partnering with commercial, operational and senior leadership teams to challenge assumptions and improve decision-making

Your Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong background in FP&A, financial modelling and commercial finance, ideally within consumer or retail businesses
• Advanced Excel and modelling skills with proven ability to build and adapt forecasting tools
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, complex environments with multiple stakeholders
• Hands-on, adaptable and confident engaging with cross-functional teams

Compensation & Benefits

This Interim FP&A Manager contract is offered on an initial 3-month basis, outside IR35, paying £450 to £500 per day. The role is fully remote, offering:

• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the UK
• Exposure to senior leadership during a period of rapid growth and change
• A collaborative, fast-moving and commercial environment
• The opportunity to deliver immediate value in a consumer-facing, acquisitive business