Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Responsibilities
Profitability & Cost Analysis
Analyse product costing and profitability (by SKU, customer and segment)

Monitor contribution margins and cost structures

Support pricing strategies and margin enhancement initiatives

Identify cost optimisation and efficiency improvement opportunities

Develop financial models for revenue, cost, and profitability projections

Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis to assess risks and opportunities

Evaluate new markets, product launches, and expansion projects

Deliver actionable insights to support data-driven decision-making

Financial Modelling & Analysis
Create, maintain, and update financial models to support business planning and strategic decision-making.

Develop scenario analyses to assess financial impacts and business outcomes.

Analyse business performance, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to management.

Financial & Cost Management:

Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead the annual budgeting process across all departments.

Manage and prepare monthly rolling forecasts, including variance analysis and performance tracking.

Ensure alignment between budget assumptions, strategic priorities, and financial targets.

Strategic Financial Planning
Work closely with the CEO and senior management to support long-term financial planning.

Provide insights and financial perspectives on business initiatives, capital investments, and operational improvements.

Translate financial data into clear, concise reports for decision-making.

Business Partnering
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand operational drivers and financial implications.

Support department heads in monitoring budgets, identifying risks, and developing mitigation plans.

Offer financial guidance on new projects, growth opportunities, and cost optimisation efforts.

Reporting & Compliance

Prepare accurate, timely financial reports and dashboards for management review.

Ensure financial analysis and reporting adhere to internal policies and standards.

Support internal and external audit activities as needed.


Requirements:

Possess a Professional Qualification or a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting.

High attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

5-7 years of financial planning and analysis experience with progressive responsibility.

Able to execute responsibilities, meet rigorous deadlines and manage multiple competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Advanced hands on knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Power BI

Provide ad-hoc financial reports and analyses for special projects, such as mergers and acquisitions or new product launches.

Prior experience in the manufacturing industry will be an advantage