FPandA Manager reporting into the UK Head of Performance Based North West/ Hybrid If you are an ambitious and talented FP and A Manager looking for a strong leadership role then please consider this new role. The business is a well-established UK Consumer Manufacturing business with sales well in excess of 200m and is part of an extensive international group with a huge focus upon the UK business. The role will suit someone who is numerically very strong but who is also commercially very competent and can contribute at senior level bringing to life the journey the business is on. Focus Areas Planning and control, operational performance, investment oversight Previous Experience 7-10 years in financial planning, control, or business finance Industrial or manufacturing experience essential Audit and/or consultancy experience is a plus Profile of the candidate Highly organized and with strong attention to detail Capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities efficiently Able to challenge assumptions and support business decisions Technical Knowledge Strong financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting expertise Understanding of industrial cost structures and monitoring Knowledge of industrial drivers and KPIs (OEE, availability, etc.) Core Responsibilities Drive insights from operations data to inform strategic decisions Identify root causes of variances, and recommend corrective actions Coordinate internal reporting cycles and processes Lead periodical budge