Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Systal; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services provider in Glasgow is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to lead the Financial Planning & Analysis function. This role involves managing budgets, forecasts, and providing insightful financial analysis. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong leadership and analytical skills, capable of influencing senior stakeholders. Competitive salary and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in finance.
• Proven senior FP&A or commercial finance experience.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead FP&A team and manage budgeting/forecasting processes.
• Deliver financial analysis for strategic business decisions.
• Monitor key performance indicators and report on financial results.

Skills

Leadership skills

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, TM1, SAP BPC)

Job description

We are Systal: a global managed network, cloud and security transformation specialist.

We provide complex and strategic technology services for enterprise businesses, managing 200,000+ assets across 93 countries. These services help our customers achieve strategic technology transformation and maximise the business value, security and innovative potential of their IT infrastructure.

Role Overview

The FP&A Manager will lead the Financial Planning & Analysis function, providing strategic insight and analysis to support business decision-making. This role is responsible for managing the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes, as well as delivering high-quality financial analysis and management reporting to senior stakeholders.

What will you be doing?

• Lead and manage the FP&A team, providing guidance, mentoring, and professional development.
• Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis and commentary to support strategic initiatives and business performance reviews.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support scenario planning and business cases.
• Partner with business units and senior management to provide financial support and challenge assumptions.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Take ownership of project accounting, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and financial oversight of project-related revenues and expenditures.
• Present financial results, forecasts, and analysis to executive management and the Board.
• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, systems, and reporting tools.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and relevant accounting standards.
• Support ad hoc projects, including M&A activity, investment appraisals, and cost optimisation initiatives.

Who are we looking for?

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in a senior FP&A, commercial finance, or business partnering role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong systems skills, including advanced Excel and experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, TM1, SAP BPC).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why come and work with us at Systal?

Competitive salary, benefits package and commission structure.

Unrivalled training and development, ensuring you stay at the top of your field. We want you to be the best in your chosen field and continuously support training.

Fantastic working environment – our state-of-the-art offices and established remote teams create a positive environment to work in both in person and virtually.

Systal’s core is its people. Our culture and success are founded upon having the best performing people in a high performing culture to deliver the best-in-class customer experience. Our mission is to be the world’s most trusted technology services partner – inspiring, empowering and enabling the innovation and transformation of today and tomorrow. And we want you to join us!