Financial Planning & Execution Manager

Job DescriptionFinancial Planning & Execution (FP&E) Manager
Wellingborough
Salary to £62k plus benefits

Our Wellingborough based client is recruiting an experienced Financial Planning and Execution Manager to serve as a key business partner, providing in-depth financial analysis, strategic support, and decision-making insights to branch and divisional leadership.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Branch Manager, Divisional Management, and Senior Leadership Team, helping to maximise branch performance while identifying and mitigating risks. The ideal candidate will be proactive, analytical, and skilled at driving financial planning and analysis in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

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• Business Partnering: Work closely with operations leaders to understand issues impacting financial results, educating departments on cost drivers and variations to forecast.

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• Financial Leadership: Lead financial analysis efforts and collaborate with operations to ensure daily, weekly, and monthly financial targets are met, while continuously identifying improvement opportunities.

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• Profitability & Budgeting: Provide guidance on profitability management, oversee budgeting processes, and conduct daily P&L forecasting and analysis.

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• Data Analysis: Identify, analyse, and interpret trends in complex data sets, supporting management in prioritising business and information needs.

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• Process Improvement: Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to drive efficiencies and financial performance.

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• Inventory Control: Oversee financial inventory control processes, ensuring accurate valuation and financial impact assessment.

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• Strategic Planning: Track key KPIs and operational drivers, supporting both current and future financial planning.

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• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with finance leadership to ensure accurate accounting practices and policies for revenue and profit recognition, devaluation, and other key financial metrics.

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About you ...

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• Qualified Accountant (or QBE) with 3+ years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

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• Proven experience managing daily P&L processes and conducting variance analysis.

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• Strong understanding of stock reporting and experience driving cost-saving initiatives.

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• Skilled in advanced Excel functions; proficiency with SAP or similar financial systems.

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• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to addressing root causes.

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• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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• Project management experience, with the ability to lead cross-functional projects or contribute as an active team member.

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Skills

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• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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• Advanced problem-solving skills, from resolution to root cause analysis.

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• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a self-starter attitude.

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• Advanced Excel proficiency and strong familiarity with SAP or equivalent finance systems.

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In this role you'll have the chance to make a significant impact, supporting top-tier operational goals and strategic decision-making. This role is ideal for a driven professional looking to grow their expertise in financial planning, analysis, and leadership within a supportive, collaborative, and innovation-driven environment.  If interested, please apply here or call Kim to discuss further.

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