FP&A Manager (Financial Planning & Analysis)
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £55,000 - £65,000 (DOE) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 October 2025 |
| Location: | Nottingham, NG2 1LU |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1316 |
Summary
Job Advert
FP&A Manager (Financial Planning & Analysis Manager) – Financial Control Location: Nottingham/Hybrid | Full-time | Finance
Leadership
A flexible hybrid role based from our Nottingham head office with travel to some of our other sites weekly.
At The Compleat Food Group, we don't just make food — we make food to feel good and do good for everyone, we’re reshaping the
entire industry.
As our new Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, you’ll play a vital role in driving our group financial strategy, supporting
bold decision-making, and helping us deliver sustainable financial growth.
This is a high-impact role for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives on turning data into direction. You’ll be
part of our finance leadership team, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver insight, clarity, and
confidence.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
You’ll lead key financial planning processes and act as a strategic partner to the business — balancing precision with pace.
* Strategic Planning: Own the 3-Year Plan process, delivering long-range forecasts and scenario modelling to support strategic
decisions.
* Budget Leadership: Drive the annual budgeting cycle, aligning assumptions, timelines, and deliverables across departments.
* Forecasting Excellence: Lead monthly forecasting, ensuring accuracy and agility to support evolving business needs.
* Reporting & Insight: Deliver weekly and monthly financial reports that integrate site and commercial performance, turning
numbers into actionable insight.
* Cost Control & Recharges: Oversee central cost allocations and recharges, ensuring transparency and alignment with internal
agreements.
* Build out the full FP&A models and CAPEX reporting for the Group
* Credit & Investor Support: Prepare quarterly packs for credit insurers and support investor relations and M&A activity with
robust financial modelling and due diligence.
* Team Leadership: With the management responsibilities of one direct report, you will also mentor and coach across the finance
team, fostering a culture of curiosity, ownership, and continuous improvement.
* Deputise for the Head of FP&A as required, giving career progression and opportunity.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE:
You’re a confident finance leader with a sharp analytical mind and a collaborative approach. You know how to influence, challenge,
and deliver results.
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 3+ years post-qualification experience
* Proven experience in FP&A or commercial finance role
* Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Comfortable working at pace, balancing detail with big-picture thinking
* A natural coach and team player, with a passion for developing others
* Driving Licence to access other sites/travel.
WHY THE COMPLEAT FOOD GROUP?
We’re category leaders with a challenger mindset. We think differently, act boldly with integrity, and move with pace — all while
staying true to our Compleat values. You’ll be part of a fast growing business that’s innovative, working to change the face of
the food industry and most importantly takes pride at the investment in its 6000+ fantastic people.
Benefits Include:
* 33 days holiday (including flexible bank holidays)
* Company pension scheme
* 2 paid volunteering days a year
* Access to personalised online learning
* Retail discounts, health and wellbeing support
* Inclusive culture, team days and community initiatives
* 24/7 access to Grocery Aid
If you are ready to further advance your finance career in a fast growing manufacturing business, where you will be recognised and
rewarded for your efforts - where you're able to see a clear tailored progression path for your future finance career - click
apply now!
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity,
and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we
provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the
application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
FP&A Manager (Financial Planning & Analysis Manager) – Financial Control Location: Nottingham/Hybrid | Full-time | Finance
Leadership
A flexible hybrid role based from our Nottingham head office with travel to some of our other sites weekly.
At The Compleat Food Group, we don't just make food — we make food to feel good and do good for everyone, we’re reshaping the
entire industry.
As our new Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, you’ll play a vital role in driving our group financial strategy, supporting
bold decision-making, and helping us deliver sustainable financial growth.
This is a high-impact role for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives on turning data into direction. You’ll be
part of our finance leadership team, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver insight, clarity, and
confidence.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
You’ll lead key financial planning processes and act as a strategic partner to the business — balancing precision with pace.
* Strategic Planning: Own the 3-Year Plan process, delivering long-range forecasts and scenario modelling to support strategic
decisions.
* Budget Leadership: Drive the annual budgeting cycle, aligning assumptions, timelines, and deliverables across departments.
* Forecasting Excellence: Lead monthly forecasting, ensuring accuracy and agility to support evolving business needs.
* Reporting & Insight: Deliver weekly and monthly financial reports that integrate site and commercial performance, turning
numbers into actionable insight.
* Cost Control & Recharges: Oversee central cost allocations and recharges, ensuring transparency and alignment with internal
agreements.
* Build out the full FP&A models and CAPEX reporting for the Group
* Credit & Investor Support: Prepare quarterly packs for credit insurers and support investor relations and M&A activity with
robust financial modelling and due diligence.
* Team Leadership: With the management responsibilities of one direct report, you will also mentor and coach across the finance
team, fostering a culture of curiosity, ownership, and continuous improvement.
* Deputise for the Head of FP&A as required, giving career progression and opportunity.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE:
You’re a confident finance leader with a sharp analytical mind and a collaborative approach. You know how to influence, challenge,
and deliver results.
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 3+ years post-qualification experience
* Proven experience in FP&A or commercial finance role
* Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Comfortable working at pace, balancing detail with big-picture thinking
* A natural coach and team player, with a passion for developing others
* Driving Licence to access other sites/travel.
WHY THE COMPLEAT FOOD GROUP?
We’re category leaders with a challenger mindset. We think differently, act boldly with integrity, and move with pace — all while
staying true to our Compleat values. You’ll be part of a fast growing business that’s innovative, working to change the face of
the food industry and most importantly takes pride at the investment in its 6000+ fantastic people.
Benefits Include:
* 33 days holiday (including flexible bank holidays)
* Company pension scheme
* 2 paid volunteering days a year
* Access to personalised online learning
* Retail discounts, health and wellbeing support
* Inclusive culture, team days and community initiatives
* 24/7 access to Grocery Aid
If you are ready to further advance your finance career in a fast growing manufacturing business, where you will be recognised and
rewarded for your efforts - where you're able to see a clear tailored progression path for your future finance career - click
apply now!
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity,
and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we
provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the
application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.