Finance Manager (FP&A)

As a Finance Manager (FP&A) at Accurx, you will be responsible for designing financial processes, partnering with department heads to set annual budgets and KPIs, and collaborating with our commercial operations team on revenue reporting. Your role is vital in maintaining our financial model to ensure we're forecasting accurately and enabling sustainable growth.

To be considered for the Finance Manager (FP&A) position at Accurx, candidates should be fully qualified accountants. Experience in-house is preferred, but those looking to transition into industry are also encouraged to apply. Strong Excel skills and an analytical mindset are also valuable assets for this role.

In the Finance Manager (FP&A) position at Accurx, you will work closely with various teams, including department heads to establish budgets and KPIs and the commercial operations team in revenue forecasting. Your coordination will ensure that all departments have the necessary tools and data to make informed decisions.

At Accurx, the work environment for a Finance Manager (FP&A) is fast-paced and collaborative. You can expect a culture that encourages innovation and problem-solving. Our office-first policy allows team members to work side by side at least three days a week, with the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

A Finance Manager (FP&A) at Accurx will enjoy a competitive salary between £50,000 - £65,000, along with share options worth £31,500. Additional benefits include a flexible benefits package, an annual learning and development budget, and free meals provided by our in-house Chef, among several others.

When answering this question, highlight specific instances where you've created or maintained financial models. Explain your approach to forecasting and how those models influenced strategic decisions, linking the importance of accurate forecasting to business growth, particularly in a fast-paced environment.

Discuss your strategies for prioritizing tasks, such as using project management tools or methodologies like the Eisenhower Matrix. Emphasize the importance of balancing immediate needs with longer-term strategic planning and making data-driven decisions.

Provide a specific example that illustrates your ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy in your financial reporting. Discuss any tools or techniques you used to manage your time effectively, ensuring all stakeholders received the necessary insights.

Explain your methodology for budget creation, including collaborating with various departments for input and using historical data as a basis. Convey the importance of KPIs in tracking performance, and share how you monitor these throughout the fiscal year.

List the financial reporting software and tools you've used, emphasizing your proficiency with Excel. Share how these tools have helped improve reporting accuracy and efficiency, and where applicable, mention any innovative tools you’ve embraced in a previous role.

Provide insight into your processes for verifying data before entry, employing sensitivity analysis, and regularly reviewing and adjusting assumptions based on actual performance. Highlight the collaborative aspect of working with other teams to gather accurate inputs.

Discuss the common challenges faced by FP&A professionals, such as rapid business changes or unpredictability in market conditions. Share how you adapt to these challenges through agile methodologies and embracing a proactive approach.

Describe your openness to feedback and how you view it as an opportunity for growth. Provide examples of times you've received feedback positively and made adjustments that improved your performance or the quality of your outputs.

Discuss specific strategies you’ve used to lead or support finance transformation projects, including technology adoption, process reengineering, or cross-departmental collaboration to streamline workflows and enhance reporting.

Reflect on your interest in working at Accurx by mentioning their innovative approach to healthcare communication and your eagerness to contribute to meaningful change within the sector. Pair this with your alignment with Accurx's values and growth ambitions.