FP&A Accountant

Pineapple Recruitment is partnered with a world-leading manufacturing and engineering group to find a qualified Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Accountant. This isn't just a role for a "number cruncher” we are looking for a commercial partner who enjoys using data to understand trends, improve forecasting, and support confident decision-making at a site level. If you enjoy variety, pace, and being close to the heart of an operational site, this role offers the perfect blend of high-level strategy and hands-on manufacturing finance.

FP&A Accountant
Location: Northampton | Hybrid (2 days WFH after 6 months)
Salary: £55k – £60k + Bonus + Enhanced Benefits

The Role:
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will act as the "financial engine" for the site. You will bridge the gap between global standards and local operations, ensuring every strategic plan is backed by robust data.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Strategic Planning: Leading the site’s budgeting and forecasting cycles, including the development of long-term strategic plans (STRAP).

• Manufacturing Intelligence: Acting as the "regional guru" for Cost Accounting and ERP-related processes to ensure operational accuracy.

• Cash & Treasury: Taking ownership of Treasury Management, cash optimization, and "Cash from Operations" reporting.

• Compliance & Integrity: Ensuring the site meets the high standards of SOX, US GAAP, and international reporting requirements.

• Business Partnering: Translating complex financial data into "human" insights for cross-functional teams to drive performance on the shop floor.

• Ad-Hoc Analysis: Providing the Finance Director with the reactive data needed for high-stakes commercial decisions.

What You’ll Bring
We are looking for a proactive individual who understands the "messy middle" of manufacturing finance. To be successful, you will need:

• Qualifications: Fully Qualified (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

• Sector Background: Prior experience in a Manufacturing or Engineering environment is essential.

• FP&A Expertise: A strong background in Costing and Financial Planning.

• Systems Savvy: Strong proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel/PowerPoint) and exposure to ERP/Reporting tools like Oracle, PowerBI, or Blackline.

• Personality: A detail-oriented professional with the communication skills to influence non-finance managers.

Why Apply?

Opportunity to join an industry leader where your expertise carries real weight within a 'People First' culture.

• High Reward: A competitive base salary plus a generous 15% performance bonus.

• Flexibility: A hybrid model and flexitime available with a 3.30pm finish every Friday.

• Full Benefits: Includes Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Enhanced Pension, and free on-site parking.

Interested? Please apply for further details.

Pineapple Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for this role on behalf of our Client and acting as a preferred Recruitment Agency.