FP&A Manager

Looking for an FP&A Manager to join a high-profile media brand undergoing significant growth and preparing for a major strategic transaction. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to work closely with the senior leadership team, providing critical insights to shape the company s strategy for 2026 and beyond. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, media-centric environments, enjoys being involved in big decisions, and wants real influence over long-term planning.

This role is paying £(Apply online only) a day OUTSDIE IR35.

This is a 6 months contract with an early January start and has potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and develop the 5-year financial forecasting model, including scenario planning
• Lead the annual budgeting cycle, partnering with commercial and operational teams
• Deliver high-quality financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic initiatives
• Track revenue performance, pipeline activity, and key KPIs across the business
• Provide proactive commercial finance support to teams across editorial, digital, product and sales
• Support limited month-end close activities, primarily focused on revenue accuracy
• Prepare clear, insightful management reporting packs for the CEO and senior leadership
• Work closely with senior stakeholders, contributing to strategy development for 2026
• Support analysis and preparation for a major upcoming strategic transaction
• Identify growth opportunities including digital, subscription, and SaaS-aligned areas and provide commercial recommendations

Skills & Experience Required

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with hands on commercial FP&A experience, either in industry or advisory
• Advanced Excel skills and experience owning / building multi-year forecasting models
• Experience in media is essential
• SaaS exposure or comfort with subscription-based models is highly beneficial
• Exceptional communication skills and the confidence to partner with and challenge senior management