Group Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Overview

In this role, you lead Weir’s Group FP&A function within a FTSE 100 context, guiding forecasting, budgeting and long-range planning to support strategic decisions. You will manage a team of qualified and trainee accountants, collaborating with Treasury, Investor Relations and divisional Finance to deliver timely, insight-driven financial information. You’ll shape capital allocation and market messaging, while upholding robust controls and external reporting. This is a high-visibility role with impact on board-level decision making and value creation.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career development and learning support
• Wellness support for you and your family
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Collaboration with global teams
• Study support

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group FP&A function and develop the team
• Own forecasting, budgeting and five-year strategic planning cycles
• Develop complex financial models and scenario analyses
• Prepare materials for CFO, Audit Committee and Board; support external reporting
• Engage with Executive Leadership, Investor Relations, and divisional finance teams
• Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls in partnership with Governance, Controls and Compliance
• Support Investor Relations with market guidance and Capital Markets Day materials
• Travel as needed to support stakeholder engagement and investor activities
• Uphold Zero Harm safety culture and compliance with company policies

Key requirements

• Chartered Accountant qualification (CA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Minimum five years post-qualification experience
• Strong FP&A leadership experience in a complex, listed organisation
• Expertise in forecasting, budgeting, strategic planning, financial modelling and consolidation
• Proven people leadership and stakeholder management skills

• Strong communication at all levels
• Collaborative and proactive mindset
• Strategic thinking and business partnering
• Forecasting and budgeting
• Strategic planning and financial modelling
• Consolidation and reporting

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