Financial Planning And Reporting Manager

Financial Planning & Reporting Manager
Lancashire / Hybrid
Salary- based on experience.
Henderson Browns' client in the manufacturing space is seeking a talented and dynamic Financial Planning and Reporting Manager to join their team. The company is a leader in the industry, and this role presents an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to producing high-quality financial information for the business.
Reporting to the Head of Financial Control and Planning, this position involves producing monthly reporting presentations, quarterly forecasts, and annual budget outputs for the central group. The successful candidate will contribute to reporting performance, maintaining data accuracy, and actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities but not limited to:
* Develop and deliver regular reporting of performance across the business.
* Support the development of divisional reporting.
* Deliver P&L summaries, variance analysis, and KPI reporting.
* Consolidate monthly forecasts, obtaining inputs from commercial and Supply Chain finance partners.
* Provide insightful commentary and analysis.
* Develop and deliver consolidation processes for actual, budgeted, and forecasted P&L reporting.
* Support the delivery of the planning process across the business.
* Develop and maintain financial models to consolidate expected performance.
* Support the preparation of presentations for executive review and sign-off.
* Highlight key trends and risks through in-depth analysis of actuals, budgets, and rolling forecasts.
* Drive continuous improvement in financial systems and processes.
* Support the development of financial modelling for scenario planning.
* Review and enhance reporting across all finance areas.
* Be a central point of contact for finance business partners, ensuring consolidation and alignment.
* Work closely with IT to develop the reporting system.
Requirements:
* Possesses a recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, CIMA) alongside substantial professional experience.
* Demonstrated success in effectively supporting and influencing stakeholders, providing a comprehensive 'business partnering service.'
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders to gather data, disseminate insights, and manage requests.
* Possesses highly developed analytical skills, with the ability to present findings in a clear and impactful manner.
* Proficient IT skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint.
* Proven track record in roles involving reporting and forward planning, showcasing a history of strategic foresight and proactive decision-making
Please apply now for more information