FP&A Manager

Warrington

9 months ago

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Finance Data Analyst

CAPEX Reporting Data Analyst - Reading, Berkshire

FP&A Manager | Warrington + Hybrid | £65–75k + Benefits | PE-Backed Growth Business

Axon Moore is partnering with a high-growth, PE-backed hospitality business to recruit an ambitious FP&A Manager. With a best-in-class data warehouse already in place, this is a great opportunity to elevate financial planning and performance analysis in a business set for rapid expansion.

In this high-impact role, you’ll work closely with senior leaders across Finance, Operations, and Marketing, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting. You'll also play a key role in decision-making around growth initiatives, acquisitions, and menu development.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Budgeting: Lead the annual budget and support the CFO with the 3-year strategic plan
Forecasting: Own the quarterly reforecasting process to keep the business agile and informed.
Performance Reporting: Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reports with actionable insights.
Systems & Tools: Manage Qlik, Zonal (EPOS), and Fourth (payroll/scheduling), and build Excel-based models and dashboards.
Team Leadership: Mentor and develop the FP&A Analyst.
Commercial Insight: Provide ad-hoc analysis to support decisions on CapEx, acquisitions, and operational improvements.
About You:

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with 2+ years’ post-qualification experience.
Strong FP&A background; hospitality or leisure experience is a plus.
Advanced Excel and strong data/reporting systems experience.
Confident communicator with senior stakeholders.
Able to turn data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance teams.
Highly organised and detail-driven.
What’s on Offer:

Salary: £65–75k + hybrid working
50% discount at all venues
Education support & professional development
Company-wide events and celebrations

To apply, follow the link below or contact Maria at Axon Moore for more information

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