Financial Manager: Management Reporting

Join to apply for the Financial Manager: Management Reporting role at PEP To transform financial data into clear, strategic insights for the executive and Board levels, ensuring informed and effective decision‑making that drives business performance and achievement of strategic goals. Key Responsibilities Strategic Insight & Executive Reporting Lead the end‑to‑end production of monthly management accounts, executive performance packs, and supporting schedules, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives. Generate proactive, detailed analysis and commentary on financial results, distilling complex data into clear implications and providing recommendations for immediate corrective action or strategic shifts. Review and evaluate financial performance against key strategic metrics (KPIs), proactively identifying areas of concern and providing data‑driven feedback to the business to inform critical decision‑making. Identify and execute opportunities to continuously enhance management reporting, focusing on predictive insights, scenario planning, and leveraging new technologies to drive a data‑informed, cost‑efficiency culture. Coordinate the preparation of Board and governance files to facilitate the highest level of financial oversight and decision‑making. Performance Management & Planning Spearhead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process, including the development and maintenance of standardised models, templates, and procedures across the organisation. Conduct deep‑drive variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast) to isolate underlying performance issues, identify missing accruals, and ensure complete and accurate financial representation. Analyse financial data and other operating information to systematically identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and better cost management across all functions. Develop and maintain the financial reporting calendar (monthly, quarterly, annual), ensuring clear, timeous communication of critical deadlines and requirements to all internal stakeholders. Business Partnership & Automation Serve as a dedicated Business Partner to key operational and support departments, interpreting financial outcomes, analysing expense trends, and providing collaborative support for achieving their financial targets. Work collaboratively with the Systems Manager/IT teams to automate management reporting processes, implement advanced analytical tools, and transition reporting toward predictive modelling and self‑service capabilities. Drive process efficiency and continuous improvement projects within the Finance department and in other support functions, focusing on stream‑lining workflows and enhancing data integrity. Manage ad‑hoc data analytics and reporting requests from senior leadership, delivering timely and precise information to address urgent strategic or operational questions. Job Incumbent Requirements Qualified Chartered Accountant (SA), CIMA qualification or related qualification will be advantageous. Experience in a high‑volume, fast‑paced retail or commercial environment is preferred. Proven expertise in operational reporting, cost management, and margin analysis. Experience with Group reporting structures is beneficial. SAP, Google Workspace and MS Excel proficient. Competencies Required Accuracy, Results‑oriented, Performing under pressure, Structuring, Cooperation, Integrity, Service‑oriented, Analysing and forming opinions. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Analyst Industries Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr