This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover and requires an immediate start. It offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-performing finance function within a dynamic, fast-paced business.
The FP&A Manager will play a key role in driving financial planning, analysis and decision support across the Group. This role is critical in delivering high quality forecasting, budgeting and strategic insight to support business growth and performance.
You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Product, Commercial and Operations teams, providing forward-looking analysis, challenging assumptions and enhancing financial visibility across the organisation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning
Own the annual budget and rolling forecast processes, working closely with business heads to ensure accuracy and commercial alignment
Review business plan and strategic initiatives by actively challenging assumptions and scrutinising projected impact
Deliver clear variance analysis against budget and forecast, alongside scenario modelling to support decision-making
Financial Analysis and Reporting
Produce and continuously improve the monthly management reporting pack, including variance analysis and KPI commentary for board
Deliver timely and insightful analysis on revenue, costs, and key KPIs
Identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the P&L and balance sheet, supporting proactive decision-making
Support the production of board and executive-level reporting materials
Business partnering
Act as a trusted advisor to business units, providing financial challenge and supports
Evaluate strategic initiatives, investments and product developments using financial analysis
Translate financial data into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders
Process Improvement and Change
Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, systems and reporting
Support implementation of new tools, automation and data enhancements
Promote a data-driven culture through better use of analytics and BI tools
Stakeholder management
Build strong relationships with Finance, Commercial and operational teams
Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to support strategic decision-making
Support and develop junior team members where applicable, fostering a high-performance culture
KEY SKILLS AND EXPERINCE
Essential:
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Strong experience in FP&A, commercial finance or related roles
Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and presentation skills
Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems
Experience within financial services or a trading environment
Desirable:
Familiarity with BI tools
Experience supporting strategic projects or transformation initiatives
CMC Markets is powered by our people. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people feel confident to be themselves, feel valued and are able to do their best work. We don’t just value differences and unique perspectives, we seek them out and we invite them in, because we know it will lead to better outcomes for everyone.
