Purpose of the role
Reporting to the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, you will be responsible for the ongoing development, optimisation and support of our financial planning and reporting tools, helping colleagues access meaningful insights and improve financial performance.
Key responsibilities
- Supporting the day-to-day administration of Adaptive Planning and related financial reporting systems.
- Maintaining system structures, models and hierarchies to ensure data quality and accuracy.
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting, medium-term planning and month-end reporting processes.
- Developing and enhancing dashboards, reports and visualisations that provide valuable business insight.
- Working with finance and business stakeholders to translate requirements into practical system solutions.
- Identifying opportunities for automation, process improvement and AI-enabled efficiencies.
- Supporting continuous improvement projects and helping build internal systems capability.
You'll thrive in this role if you have
- Experience administering, developing or supporting Workday Adaptive Planning or a similar enterprise planning system.
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial planning or management reporting processes.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with complex datasets.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, translating complex information into clear and accessible insights.
What's in it for you?
- Exposure to a broad range of finance and business stakeholders.
- Opportunities to contribute to systems enhancements, automation initiatives and AI-enabled finance solutions.
- A 35-hour working week with flexible, hybrid working.
- 25 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure days.
- Pension is up to 18.5 percent combined pension contribution.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy ensures that everyone - regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background - is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Application process
Please apply by submitting a copy of your CV and covering letter. Closing date for applications will be 23:59 on Sunday 20 September.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient suitable applications. Early application is encouraged. Our interview process consists of a single face-to-face stage, which will include a practical assessment of the skills required for the role. Interviews will take place at our Manchester office during September and early October.
Recruitment Agencies
We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees.