Job Description

This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover and requires an immediate start It offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-performing finance function within a dynamic, fast-paced business.

The FP&A Manager will play a key role in driving financial planning, analysis and decision support across the Group. This role is critical in delivering high quality forecasting, budgeting and strategic insight to support business growth and performance.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Product, Commercial and Operations teams, providing forward-looking analysis, challenging assumptions and enhancing financial visibility across the organisation.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning

• Own the annual budget and rolling forecast processes, working closely with business heads to ensure accuracy and commercial alignment

• Review business plan and strategic initiatives by actively challenging assumptions and scrutinising projected impact

• Deliver clear variance analysis against budget and forecast, alongside scenario modelling to support decision-making

Financial Analysis and Reporting

• Produce and continuously improve the monthly management reporting pack, including variance analysis and KPI commentary for board

• Deliver timely and insightful analysis on revenue, costs, and key KPIs

• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the P&L and balance sheet, supporting proactive decision-making

• Support the production of board and executive-level reporting materials

Business partnering

• Act as a trusted advisor to business units, providing financial challenge and supports

• Evaluate strategic initiatives, investments and product developments using financial analysis

• Translate financial data into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders

Process Improvement and Change

• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, systems and reporting

• Support implementation of new tools, automation and data enhancements

• Promote a data-driven culture through better use of analytics and BI tools

Stakeholder management

• Build strong relationships with Finance, Commercial and operational teams

• Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to support strategic decision-making

• Support and develop junior team members where applicable, fostering a high-performance culture

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERINCE

Essential:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

• Strong experience in FP&A, commercial finance or related roles

• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems

• Experience within financial services or a trading environment

Desirable:

• Familiarity with BI tools

• Experience supporting strategic projects or transformation initiatives

CMC Markets is powered by our people. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people feel confident to be themselves, feel valued and are able to do their best work. We don’t just value differences and unique perspectives, we seek them out and we invite them in, because we know it will lead to better outcomes for everyone.