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Job Summary The Senior Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager is responsible for leading enterprise financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis activities to support strategic and operational decision‑making. The role provides executive‑ready financial insights, drives budget discipline, and translates business performance into forward‑looking financial outcomes. It acts as a strategic finance partner to senior leadership, enabling value creation, cost optimisation, and sustainable growth. Job Responsibilities 1 Enterprise Financial Planning and Budgeting Lead the annual budgeting and multi‑year financial planning process, consolidating inputs from business units and functions. Ensure alignment between strategic objectives, operational plans, and approved financial targets. Forecasting and Performance Management Oversee rolling forecasts and periodic re‑forecasting cycles, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely identification of risks and opportunities. Challenge assumptions and provide forward‑looking analysis to support proactive decision‑making. Management Reporting and Executive Insights Prepare high‑quality management reports, dashboards, and performance packs for senior leadership and governance forums. Translate complex financial data into clear insights, trends, and implications for business performance. Business Partnering and Decision Support Act as a strategic finance partner to business and functional leaders, providing financial analysis to support investment decisions, cost initiatives, and operational trade‑offs. Influence outcomes through data‑driven recommendations. Variance Analysis and Cost Control Analyse financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key variances, root causes, and corrective actions. Support cost optimisation initiatives while maintaining alignment with operational and strategic priorities. Financial Modelling and Scenario Analysis Develop and maintain financial models to support business cases, capital investments, and scenario planning. Assess financial impact of strategic options, market changes, and risk scenarios. Data Integrity, Systems and Process Improvement Ensure integrity, consistency, and governance of financial data used for planning and reporting. Drive continuous improvement of FP&A tools, processes, and reporting efficiency. Team Leadership and Capability Development Lead and develop FP&A analysts and managers, setting performance standards and building strong analytical, business, and communication capability within the finance function. Job Responsibilities 2 Additional Responsibilities 3 Job Knowledge & Skills Financial Planning and Performance Management Deep understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and performance management frameworks, with the ability to link financial outcomes to business drivers. Management Reporting and Analytics Strong capability in developing executive‑level reports, dashboards, and performance narratives that support informed leadership decisions. Business and Commercial Acumen Ability to understand business models, operational drivers, and market dynamics, translating them into financial implications and insights. Stakeholder Management and Influence Proven ability to engage, challenge, and influence senior stakeholders using data‑driven insights and clear financial narratives. Leadership and Team Development Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing high‑performing FP&A teams and future finance leaders. Job Experience 10–15 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial performance roles. Proven experience leading enterprise‑level budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Demonstrated exposure to senior leadership, executive reporting, and strategic decision support. Competencies Build High-Performing Teams AI Fluency Speed of Execution Build Process and Systems Provide Direction Agility Drive Cost Optimization Budget Preparation and Reporting L4 Budgeting Analysis L4 Cost Accounting Theory/Concepts L4 Cost Variance Analysis L4 Financial Auditing L4 Leadership Quality Resilience Education Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Pubic Administration or business administration, and other related field Professional Qualification in Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)