Qualified FP&A Controller

Qualified FP&A Controller - Milton Keynes - £80,000-£90,000 - 6 months FTC We are pleased to be partnering with an employer of choice in Milton Keynes. They are looking for a highly capable Qualified FP&A Controller to join their Finance team on a fixed-term contract for 6 months. This role is central to delivering high‑quality financial insight, reporting and analysis to senior management, directors and key stakeholders. You’ll play a key part in driving accurate monthly reporting, robust forecasting, and meaningful analysis that supports decision‑making across the business. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll focus primarily on FP&A responsibilities while also supporting wider Finance deliverables. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong analytical capability, excellent Excel skills and a proactive, detail‑driven approach. Key Responsibilities: Monthly Accounts & Reporting * Support the production and delivery of monthly accounts in line with the month‑end timetable. * Ensure accuracy, transparency and strong rationale behind assumptions. * Prepare supporting schedules for exceptional items, with a focus on sales and profitability. * Produce or review reconciliations with a high level of scrutiny, identifying and mitigating risks promptly. Financial Planning, Analysis & Group Reporting * Support monthly reporting to internal stakeholders and Group. * Contribute to accurate forecasts and budgets. * Review customer performance against costing models, including sales and profitability. * Conduct root‑cause analysis on performance issues and support corrective actions. Commercial Business Partnering * Support the commercial team with tenders and contract analysis. * Liaise with stakeholders to validate ROI accuracy. * Build scenario models to support commercial decision‑making. * Promote understanding of key financial drivers across the business. Year-End, Audit & J‑SOX Support * Prepare ad‑hoc schedules and documentation for external auditors. * Complete year‑end deliverables within departmental deadlines. * Support J‑SOX audit requirements where needed. Process Improvement & Financial Controls * Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls. * Support annual impairment and risk reviews. Wider Finance Support * Assist Finance colleagues with functional deliverables as required. * Review customer contracts for lease classification. Qualifications & Experience Essential: * Degree-level education or equivalent experience. * Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. * Strong analytical ability, communication skills and attention to detail. * Proactive, organised and able to work to deadlines. Desirable: * Experience using SAP, ideally S4 HANA, with an understanding of core modules