Finance Manager (Planning and Analysis)

TL;DR

Finance Manager (Planning and Analysis): Managing end-to-end cost management for Group Functions with an accent on forecasting, strategic planning, and reporting. Focus on scenario modelling, material exception analysis, and optimizing financial performance through robust controls.

Location: Hybrid (Edinburgh, UK)

Salary: £67,023 - £74,470

Company

A leading innovative banking group shaping the future of finance and empowering its people to grow with purpose.

What you will do

• Produce and develop insightful reporting and MI packs for flash and month-end planning rounds.
• Lead forecasting and strategic 4-year plans in collaboration with Finance Business Partners.
• Review, investigate, and challenge material financial exceptions with high-quality commentary.
• Create scenario models and perform ad hoc analysis to support strategic business decisions.
• Mentor and oversee junior colleagues to ensure high-quality output and team engagement.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders across Group Cost Management and Planning teams.

Requirements

• Finance professional with a proven track record in financial control.
• Technical experience in month-end reporting, planning, forecasting, and reconciliations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build cross-functional networks.
• Proficiency in Oracle or similar financial systems and software.
• Ability to drive continuous process improvement within financial systems.
• Must be based in or able to work in Edinburgh under a hybrid model.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Annual performance-based bonus and share schemes including free shares.
• 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies.
• Inclusive culture with dedicated support for diversity, including menopause health packages and cancer initiatives.