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Financial Planning & Analysis Manager in Sydney

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager job description

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager is responsible for leading the planning, forecasting, and analysis functions that support strategic decision-making across the business. This role plays a critical part in translating financial data into actionable insights to drive performance and growth.

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager job duties and responsibilities of the job

Key responsibilities of a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager in the accounting and finance sector include:Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processesProviding insightful financial analysis to support commercial and strategic initiativesManaging the preparation of management reports and performance dashboardsPartnering with business units to identify trends, risks, and opportunitiesDeveloping and maintaining complex financial models and scenario analysesDriving process improvements in planning and reporting functionsPresenting financial insights to senior leadership and key stakeholdersEnsuring alignment between financial outcomes and business objectivesSupporting investment analysis, business cases, and capital planningEnsuring compliance with internal financial governance and corporate policiesMonitoring financial performance against KPIs and communicating variance driversCollaborating with accounting, tax, and treasury teams to ensure data integrity and alignment

Typical Financial Planning & Analysis Manager job qualifications and requirements

A degree in finance, accounting, or economics is required, with CPA, CA, or CFA qualifications highly valued. Significant experience in financial planning and analysis is essential.Key skills and attributes for success in this role include:Proven experience in FP&A, financial modelling, and business analysisStrong command of budgeting, forecasting, and performance reportingAdvanced Excel skillsProficiency in data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) is highly regardedExperience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Workday) and FP&A software (e.g. Anaplan, Hyperion, Adaptive Insights)Ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into actionable insightsStrong stakeholder management and influencing skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to present to senior leadershipCommercial acumen with a strategic, business-partnering approachHigh attention to detail and commitment to data accuracyProactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency

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Salary for Financial Planning & Analysis Manager in Sydney
160500 - 199555
25th Percentile
160500
The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.
50th Percentile
178690
The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.
75th Percentile
199555
The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills and may have specialised qualifications.
Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or superannuation.
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