FP&A Manager - Planning & Forecasting

Job description:

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise. Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security. Lightsource bp operates with five core values: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive. We seek to attract and hire individuals who share our commitment to creating a safe workplace, uphold the highest standards of integrity, and demonstrate respect for colleagues, communities, and the environment. Our recruitment process promotes sustainability by valuing long-term growth and responsible practices, while seeking candidates with the drive to innovate and lead in the global energy transition. Together, these values shape how we engage, assess, and welcome talent to join us in delivering transformational solar power solutions worldwide. Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024. Role Summary Reporting to the Head of Planning & Forecasting, this role will coordinate and drive delivery of Lightsource bp’s monthly liquidity forecasting, quarterly forecasting, annual budgeting and long-term planning processes. Working closely with regional finance teams, and business stakeholders, this role will play a key part in ensuring planning activities are delivered effectively, planning outputs are robust, and financial insights support decision-making across the organisation. You will be part of the FP&A, Planning and Strategy department which drives strategic alignment and manages critical organisational data, including our global development plan, liquidity forecast, business plan, and performance management framework. By providing a single source of truth, streamlining processes, and supporting executive decision-making, the department seeks to enhance accountability, transparency, and business impact. Key Responsibilities Budget & Forecast Delivery: Coordinate and drive delivery of the annual budget process across the organisation. Partner with budget owners and regional finance teams to develop planning assumptions and coordinate submissions. Coordinate monthly liquidity forecasting and cash flow analysis across regional teams. Coordinate quarterly P&L forecasting cycles across the business. Manage planning timetables and key deliverables. Consolidate regional submissions and ensure outputs are complete, accurate and delivered on time. Work closely with the wider Finance team to ensure budgets and forecasts are accurately loaded into planning systems and reported against. Track and communicate key assumptions, risks and opportunities arising from budgets and forecasts. Financial Analysis & Modelling: Develop and maintain planning, forecasting and cash flow models. Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling to support decision-making. Analyse business performance, forecast movements and key value drivers. Support development of long-term planning outputs and scenarios. Prepare analysis and materials for management review and decision-making forums. Business Partnering: Build strong working relationships with regional finance teams and key business stakeholders. Facilitate review and challenge discussions throughout planning cycles. Drive consistency and quality of planning submissions through proactive engagement with stakeholders Work collaboratively across the wider FP&A function to support business planning and performance management activities. Process Improvement: Drive improvements to planning processes, reporting and governance. Improve planning models, template and reporting outputs. Support implementation and ongoing development of planning systems and tools (e.g. Workday Adaptive) Identify opportunities to simplify, automate and improve existing processes. Skills & Experience ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent). Demonstrated experience delivering annual budgeting and forecasting processes within a complex organisation. 5+ years’ experience in FP&A, business planning, commercial finance or related disciplines. Experience working with multiple stakeholders across a matrix organisation. Strong financial modelling and analytical skills. Experience working with large financial models and enterprise planning systems. Experience using Workday Adaptive or similar planning systems preferred. Strong Excel skills. Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across different teams and regions. Renewable energy experience desirable but not essential. Why You’ll Want to Work for Us Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow; a place where your ideas and opinions matter. Be You: We are an inclusive community where every individual is valued and respected. Be Responsible: Our culture is driven by core values — operating safely, responsibly, and promoting biodiversity in all our projects. Be Recognized: We offer a competitive salary alongside benefits including annual bonus, health insurance, pension schemes, and more. Be Inspired: Engage with our charitable causes, solar honey project, and sustainability initiatives that support your personal and professional development. Our Core Values: Lightsource bp is committed to a sustainable future through safe, responsible, and impactful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values—Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive—guide everything we do. For further information on our career opportunities and life at Lightsource bp, please visit https://www.lightsourcebp.com/careers/