Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be working with a leading organisation based in Wrexham to recruit a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Finance Director with strategic financial planning and analysis processes and commercial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy Development and Planning: Support the implementation of comprehensive financial strategies to achieve short-term and long-term objectives.
• Budget Management and Development: Lead the annual budgeting process, including the preparation, review, and monitoring of budgets for all departments.
• Financial Forecasting: Maintain financial forecasts, ensuring accurate and up-to-date projections.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare detailed financial reports for the Director of Finance and senior management team, Board of Directors, and other stakeholders; using a suite of financial planning and budgeting tools including ERP.
• Investment Analysis: Evaluate investment opportunities and provide financial advice to support decision-making.
• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Compliance: Ensure all financial activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and organisational policies.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on financial planning and budgetary matters

Qualifications/ Experience:

• Qualified / Chartered accountant (ACCA/ACA/ CIMA)
• At least 2 years post qualification experience in a similar accounting role including a proven track record supporting a fast-growing organisation.
• Strong financial, accounting, technical and managerial skills.
• Excellent financial modelling and I.T. skills
• A proven track record of working with departmental structures with external stakeholder engagement.

Person Specification:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• High proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to long-term planning.
• Strong ability to implement and monitor internal controls - able to anticipate, assess and mitigate risks
• Resilient, flexible and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work without supervision when needed, to deadlines and with a pro- active desire to improve efficiencies, processes & working practices.