Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Aptem
£55-65k
Apprenticeship & traineeship management system
Be an early applicant
Apprenticeship & traineeship management system
101-200 employees
Be an early applicant
£55-65k
101-200 employees
Company mission
Aptem's mission is to create innovations that unleash new levels of efficiency, productivity and personal growth.
Role
Who you are
- We are seeking a proactive and results-driven FP&A Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy and driving business growth
- This role requires exceptional analytical skills, strong communication, and the ability to influence decision-makers across the organisation
- ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
- A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is preferred
- Significant experience in financial planning and analysis or a similar role
- Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and strategic planning
- Experience working with senior leaders and non-finance stakeholders to influence decision-making and optimise financial performance
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and the ability to build robust financial models
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Sage Intacct) and financial planning tools (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, Planful)
- Familiarity with data visualisation tools like Power BI or Tableau
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data in a simple and engaging manner
- Proactive, results-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and meeting deadlines
- Effective team management skills with a collaborative approach
What the job involves
- As a critical member of our Finance team, you will collaborate with the CFO and senior stakeholders to provide accurate financial analysis and actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making
- You will lead on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning while producing insightful reports for stakeholders, including senior management, to enhance operational efficiency and long-term financial performance
- Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer
- Lead and refine the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes to ensure alignment with organisational goals
- Develop and maintain robust financial models to evaluate business performance and support strategic initiatives
- Drive the budget process and maintain rolling forecasts to adapt to changing business dynamics
- Optimise cash flow to maintain financial stability, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs while maximising the efficient use of capital
- Deliver month-end management reports, executive summaries, and business KPI reports, providing actionable insights and recommendations
- Conduct detailed financial analysis and produce comprehensive reports for decision-making
- Own the preparation of 3-way financial models (Income Statements, Cashflows, and Balance Sheets) to support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
- Present complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and impactful way, enabling data-driven decision-making
- Act as a trusted partner to the CFO, senior leadership, and business unit heads, providing financial insights and recommendations
- Collaborate with divisional and regional leaders to ensure alignment during the budget and forecasting processes
- Support non-finance stakeholders in managing their cost budgets, offering guidance to improve financial outcomes
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of financial planning and analysis
- Evaluate, implement, and optimise tools and systems to improve financial analytics, reporting, and business intelligence
- Provide ad-hoc analysis to evaluate financial opportunities and risks and support strategic decisions
- Mentor and guide members of the finance team, fostering professional growth and high-quality outputs
- Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the Finance function
Application process
- 1st interview
- Practical exercise
- 2nd interview
- Offer
- Hired
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Aptem develops technology solutions for the vocational training, further education and employment services sectors. Its core software enables educators to deliver professional training and courses, as well as assist students with employment and apprenticeship skills.
Education providers face many pains when integrating technology, namely the cost and complication of running multiple systems to manage day-to-day operations. Aptem's all-in-one platform combines tools like virtual classrooms with onboarding and recruitment features, ensuring everything its users need is in one place.
The company has deeply ingrained industry experience and a proven track record of working with leading organisations and institutions - such as HMRC, the University of Cambridge and the NHS - a key factor in attracting some of the largest training providers in the UK. Recent funding, the company says, is testament it is "going in the right direction", with investment allowing it to further deliver on its vision.
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Insights
Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
40% female employees
14% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- 25 days holiday (excl. bank holidays)
- Company pension scheme
- Private health insurance with Aviva
- Discounted gym membership
- Retail and other discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Learning and development budget
- Remote work / work from home opportunities
Company values
- Expertise - We commit to build our knowledge and skills for the benefit of our business and our customers
- Impact - We are outcome-focused, collaborate effectively, and use our time wisely to maximise our impact
- Accountability - We take personal responsibility and ownership for our decisions, actions and results
- Excellence - Quality underpins everything we do; we strive for operational excellence
- Respect - We foster inclusivity and treat others with empathy and consideration
- Proactivity - We grasp hold of opportunities to improve things, even if they are not our direct responsibility
Company HQ
London, UK
Articles
Leadership
Richard Alberg
(CEO)Previously Chief Executive at Psychometric Services, Senior VP at Kenexa, Director at Spring Fine Foods Distribution, Non Executive Chairman at LaunchPad Recruits, Non Executive Director at Protocol, and Founder and Director at Corndel Ltd.
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