Outcomes First Group
Group FP&A Analyst - Reporting and Insights
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Group FP&A Analyst – Reporting & Insights
Location: Manchester (Hybrid working 1-2 days in the office)
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Please note: UK applicants only | No sponsorship available
About the Role
We are looking for a story-driven Group FP&A Analyst (Reporting & Insights) to join our central Group Finance team in Manchester.
Sitting right at the heart of the business, this role translates complex financial and operational performance into clear, visual, and actionable narratives for Executive Leadership, the Board, and Investors. You will combine advanced analytical skills with financial storytelling to help shape strategic decision-making across our growing organisation.
If you thrive on turning raw data into compelling executive presentations and automated dashboards, this is your chance to drive reporting excellence at scale.
Why Join Us?
- Executive Exposure: High visibility with direct impact on Board, Executive, and Leadership reporting.
- Shape the Narrative: Opportunity to drive reporting automation, Power BI dashboards, and financial storytelling.
- Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy modern, flexible working (1-2 days in office).
- Impactful Mission: Support an organisation delivering high-quality education and care to children across the UK.
- Great Place to Work: Certified for six consecutive years.
What You'll Be Doing
Reporting, Insights & Financial Storytelling
- Lead the production of weekly, monthly, and quarterly Group reporting packs, identifying key performance drivers, risks, and opportunities.
- Translate complex data into high-quality PowerPoint presentations and concise commentary for Finance Leadership, Board, and Investor stakeholders.
- Monitor and report on Group KPIs, ensuring consistency across regional finance teams and operational units.
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Reporting Development & Automation
- Enhance Group reporting packs, scorecards, and visual dashboards to highlight critical business trends.
- Partner closely with Business Intelligence teams to automate data accessibility and streamline reporting workflows.
- Continuously elevate visualization standards so insights remain tightly aligned with strategic priorities.
Stakeholder Engagement & Planning
- Act as a key bridge across Finance, BI, and operational teams to foster strong working relationships.
- Support annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and financial modeling across the wider Group FP&A team.
- Deliver ad-hoc commercial analysis to answer critical business questions as the Group expands.
About You
You are an analytical finance professional who excels at finding the "story behind the numbers" and visualising data clearly for non-finance leaders.
You’ll Have:
- Experience in FP&A, commercial finance, management reporting, or performance analysis within a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced Excel capabilities (large dataset manipulation, analysis) and strong PowerPoint skills.
- Proven track record in monthly reporting pack creation and clear, written financial commentary.
- Exceptional stakeholder communication—confident translating data into engaging narratives for leadership.
- Professional finance qualification (CIMA, ACCA) or actively studying/part-qualified is advantageous.
- Experience with Power BI, ERP systems, or reporting automation tools is desirable.
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What You'll Bring
- A strong analytical mindset with keen attention to detail balanced against the bigger picture.
- Hands-on, adaptable approach with the confidence to thrive in a scaling organisation.
- A passion for continuous improvement, reporting automation, and impactful data visualization.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS check.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of suitable applications is received. Outcomes First Group is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or costs incurred due to delays or changes in compliance processes. All stages are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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