Finance Planning & Analysis Manager

Finance Planning & Analysis Manager

Location:

Ideally East Grinstead based but willing to consider Bristol, Derby or Winsford.

Full time - Hybrid.

As the Finance Manager you will work directly with the Finance Director and partner with the local leadership team to manage the entity’s budget, forecasting, reporting and strategic planning initiatives. This critical role will support business leaders in maintaining and enhancing the efficiency, effectiveness and performance of the business as a whole. Their analyses and understanding of the financial standing of the business, paired with strong IT skills, will help enable quick and informed decision‑making, helping to drive and protect EBIT as well as relevant Cash / NWC items.

• Drive business value by offering expert financial and analytical advice to assist in decision‑making processes.
• Own and actively manage the UK entity’s strategic financial planning exercises.
• Own Financial KPI dashboard and management reporting as well as financial statement analysis in accordance with the RRPS operating model. This includes affiliated company analysis (e.g., balance sheet reviews) and commentary.
• Hold individual stakeholders accountable by actively pacing the actual progress of business results against plan.
• Continuously track and manage business risks and opportunities.
• Business partner to Power Gen business unit and management team.
• Act as main point of contact for all Corporate Finance unit ad-hoc planning and reporting requests.
• Develop and manage a rolling financial forecast in partnership with Corporate Finance units.
• Seek to continuously improve financial processes and increase the transparency and quality of financial information.
• Be flexible and able to manage tight deadlines, have a hands‑on mentality and handle confidential topics with care.

• At least 5 years’ post‑qualification experience working in a manufacturing or overhaul business.
• Degree qualified.
• Must be ACA, ACCA or AMCA qualified.
• Expert at setting priorities and able to manage simultaneous deliverables.
• Experience using Hyperion Financial Management or similar consolidation tools.
• Strong ERP skills and knowledge, including hands‑on experience with SAP HANA.
• Excellent knowledge of IFRS and statutory requirements, project management, finance systems, and financial planning & analysis.
• Business expansion, transformation and M&A experience.

• Success working in high‑paced, global, matrixed industrial organizations.
• Extensive and proven ability to lead and guide various functions in Finance, Accounting and Business Strategy.
• Knowledge of Power Generation, Governmental or Rail markets is an added advantage.
• Possesses strong cross‑functional thinking, interpersonal and negotiation skills to communicate with and influence various stakeholders.

Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Permanent