Finance Manager - Planning and Analysis (12 Month FTC)

TL;DR

Finance Manager - Planning and Analysis (12 Month FTC) (Financial Planning and Analysis): Delivering management information, forecasts, strategic four-year plans, and scenario analysis for Group Executive Functions with an accent on financial control, planning cycles, and cost management. Focus on challenging material variances, improving reporting processes, and building actionable insight for Finance Business Partners.

Location: Hybrid role based in Edinburgh, with at least two days per week or 40% of working time in the office.

Salary: £67,023–£81,917 per year.

Company

hirify.global is a major UK banking and financial services organisation transforming its finance function, technology, and workplaces.

What you will do

• Lead the production and development of reporting and management information packs for flash reporting, month-end close, and planning cycles.
• Produce forecasts and strategic four-year plans in partnership with Finance Business Partners.
• Review and challenge material exceptions, reconciliations, and financial performance commentary.
• Create scenario models and provide analysis for business and financial planning decisions.
• Strengthen controls, process improvement, and reporting quality across the Centre of Excellence.
• Support junior colleagues and build strong relationships with cross-functional partners.

Requirements

• Finance professional with a track record of growth and achievement.
• At least five years of technical experience in month-end reporting, planning, forecasting, analytical review, reconciliations, and financial control.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyse, challenge, and influence decisions relating to business financial performance.
• Understanding of Oracle and/or finance systems and software.
• Ability to work in the Edinburgh hybrid pattern, attending the office at least two days per week or 40% of working time.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive environment focused on finance transformation, continuous improvement, and inclusive teamwork.
• Pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Annual performance-related bonus and share schemes, including free shares.
• 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Wellbeing initiatives, adaptable lifestyle benefits, and generous parental leave policies.
• Workplace adjustments and flexibility in office attendance, location, and working patterns for colleagues with disabilities or long-term health conditions.