Group FP&A Manager

Avery Healthcare
Northampton
1 year ago
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At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.

When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. As part of our close-knit team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

We’re now looking for an experienced and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as our Group FP&A Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Group FP&A Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our reporting landscape and how our Head Office communicates with the rest of the business. Reporting directly to the Group Head of Financial Controlling, you'll spearhead key responsibilities including the production of both internal and external financial reports, managing group FP&A requirements, and serving as a key partner between finance and IT for various projects.

In this dynamic role, you'll lead a talented team of IT and data skilled professionals. Collaboration is key as you work closely with all the departments across the business to deliver any dashboards or reports they require to grow the business.

This is your chance to leave a lasting impact as we embark on a journey to streamline and enhance processes, including the implementation of a new finance system, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the reports shared with our Board.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Produce timely and accurate monthly financial and non-financial reports for investors.

  • Manage a team of two data analysts to ensure dashboards and submissions are accurate and designed with the audience in mind to inform decision-making.

  • Oversee the management of the Group’s dashboard pipeline, working closely with IT to manage deadlines and the team’s workload.

  • Own all FP&A elements of the business, including budgeting and cash flow forecasting processes, providing routine and ad hoc support as necessary.

  • Manage all financial reporting needs of the business, such as CQC submissions, ensuring submission deadlines are met, queries are answered, and any issues are escalated promptly.

  • Provide tailored coaching and opportunities for upskilling to team members, fostering a supportive environment for their ongoing professional development.

ABOUT YOU 
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. 
Our ideal candidate:
  • Very high level of IT proficiency – able to work comfortably building Macros and Power BI reports
  • Experience in a similar role in a large, complex and ideally multi-site business.
  • Proven management, communication and leadership skills.
  • Drive and ability to continuously improve processes and procedures.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to deliver to multiple strict deadlines under pressure.
  • Preferred: ACA qualified accountant, IT certifications

ABOUT AVERY 
At Avery, we’re not just one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes – we’re a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we’re passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:
  • A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.



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