Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

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We have an exciting new opportunity for an FP&A Manager to join our busy Finance Team to focus on financial planning, analysis, and strategy to support the company's growth objectives. The FP&A Manager will provide data-driven insights, drive the budgeting process, and support the leadership team(s) in making informed financial decisions.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship, we do not hold a sponsorship licence.

About Custom Pharma Services (CPS)

Custom Pharma Services is located in Brighton, UK since 1979 and is a full-service contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) providing services tailored to your needs, no matter how niche or complex. Custom covers the full spectrum of activities from development through commercial manufacturing for both clinical and commercial use. Specialising in Oral Solid Dosage forms with the ability to handle highly potent drugs and poorly bioavailable compounds Custom really is your one stop resource. With direct access to highly skilled experts offering a partnership approach Custom Pharma Services truly has a molecule first mentality, managing all projects with the end in mind. Custom Can!

Custom Pharma Services is an Investors in People Silver accredited workplace where teamwork and support is encouraged, and where every individual is valued and supported to achieve their full potential because if you can, then Custom Can!

What you will be doing;

• Leading the budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes
• Analysing financial data and performance, identifying and tracking trends, risks and opportunities
• Attending Senior/Operational Leadership Team meetings as required/in tandem with Financial Controller
• Preparing and presenting financial analysis, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and scenario planning to Senior/Operational Leadership Team
• Collaborating with department heads to understand their financial needs and provide actionable insights
• Working alongside operational teams to actively manage Inventory & WIP, ensuring the efficient use of cash resources
• Developing financial models to support business planning and decision-making
• Overseeing development and monitoring financial performance metrics and KPIs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
• Partnering with the Financial Controller to ensure that financial forecasts are aligned with operational realities
• Driving continuous improvement in financial planning and reporting processes
• Supporting the Finance Director and Senior Leadership team with strategic financial advice

We are looking for candidates who have;

• Professional Qualification from a recognised accounting qualification from institutes like ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA
• Significant experience in financial planning and analysis (within a manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment is preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling
• Proven ability to analyse complex financial data and provide actionable insights to senior management
• Experience with business intelligence tools (such as PowerBI) is essential
• Prior experience supporting strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis
• Experience with SQL or VBA is preferred
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail
• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate data into business insight.
• High proficiency in Excel and financial modelling tools
• Effective communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing decision-makers
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Our benefits package includes:

• Rising holiday allowance to 26 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• Group personal pension scheme
• Annual profit related company and individual bonus payment based on successful performance
• Life assurance at twice annual salary
• Health Plan with Simply Health including access to a GP or Counselling Services 24/7, money back on prescriptions, optical, dental and physiotherapy
• Ride to work scheme
• Subsidised Gym Membership
• Discount Shopping Portal
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Pay
• Employee Referral Scheme bonus of £1,000
• Values based awards
• Free hot drinks vending

Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic disclosure check.

Strictly no agencies please.