Financial Planning Analyst

Financial Planning Analyst

Permanent position. Salary £40,000. Hybrid working – two days per month in Manchester City Centre office. 37 hours per week (may consider 30 hours for the right candidate).

Our client, a large and highly respected social enterprise, is looking for a Financial Planning Analyst to join their growing Financial Planning & Analysis team. This role is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys analysing data, forecasting future performance and working closely with operational stakeholders.

• Producing financial forecasts and supporting the budgeting process.
• Analysing financial performance and providing meaningful insight to support decision‑making.
• Supporting monthly and quarterly commissioner reporting and cost analysis.
• Developing and maintaining cashflow forecasts.
• Working with operational managers to understand financial performance and future risks.
• Supporting the preparation of financial models for tenders and business opportunities.
• Producing financial reports, commentary and recommendations.
• Contributing to a busy and growing area of the business with multiple funding streams and reporting requirements.

• Experience with in management accounts, financial analysis, business partnering, FP&A or a similar finance role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Someone who enjoys looking forward through forecasting and planning rather than focusing solely on historical reporting.
• Confident communicator who can build relationships with a range of stakeholders, including senior managers.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and positive approach with the confidence to challenge appropriately when required.
• Ideally studying towards an accounting qualification, although this is not essential.

• Excellent opportunity to develop a career within Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Work for a values‑led organisation that makes a genuine difference to communities.
• Hybrid working with only two office days per month.
• Supportive and growing team environment.
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making.
• Genuine long‑term career progression opportunities.