Full job descriptionThe Opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially focused Group FP&A Manager to join ZyroFisher in Darlington. Reporting directly to the CFO, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance insight and supporting decision-making across a growing, private equity-backed international business. With ambitious growth plans, transformation projects and board-level exposure, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced FP&A professional looking to make a genuine impact.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:
*Lead the Group budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes.
*Develop and maintain robust financial models, forecasts and scenario analyses.
*Produce weekly, monthly and quarterly performance reporting for senior leadership and board stakeholders.
*Partner with operational and commercial teams to provide meaningful financial insight and challenge.
*Deliver commercial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business growth initiatives.
*Support board reporting, investor requirements and wider value creation activities.
*Identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and business performance.
*Drive continuous improvement across FP&A processes, systems and reporting.
*Support the implementation of Sage X3 and wider finance transformation initiatives.
*Manage and develop the Group FP&A Analyst.

You Will Be/Have:
*Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
*Strong FP&A, budgeting and forecasting experience within a commercial environment.
*Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.
*Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
*Experience producing management, board or investor reporting.
*Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable insight.
*Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
*Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
*Experience within a private equity-backed, multi-site, international, distribution, retail or manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
*Exposure to ERP implementation, business transformation or systems improvement projects would be beneficial.

Benefits:
*Salary of £70,000-£75,000.
*Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days home).
*Flexible working arrangements.
*Healthcare benefits.
*Cycle to Work scheme.
*Employee discounts.
*Holiday buy and sell scheme.
*Pension scheme.
*Salary sacrifice benefits.
*Volunteering day.
*Genuine exposure to board-level decision-making and strategic projects.
*Opportunity to play a key role in a growing, PE-backed international business.