[Remote] Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Japan House London offers an authentic encounter with Japan, showcasing its art, design, and culture. They are seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.ResponsibilitiesLead the annual budgeting process across all entities and departments, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and prioritiesCoordinate reforecasting, rolling forecasts and medium-term financial planning activitiesDevelop financial models, scenario analysis and business cases to support strategic decision-making and long-term sustainabilityMonitor organisational performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and emerging trendsLead the production of management accounts, performance reports and financial dashboards for senior management, Board and CommitteesProvide meaningful analysis, commentary and recommendations to support decision-makingDevelop and enhance KPI reporting across financial and operational activitiesUndertake income, expenditure, profitability and trend analysis across cultural, commercial and funded activitiesAct as a trusted finance partner to budget holders and operational managersSupport departments in planning, forecasting and evaluating operational and commercial initiativesChallenge assumptions, improve financial accountability and promote informed decision-makingDeliver financial training, guidance and support to non-finance colleagues where appropriateLead payroll, establishment and workforce analysis in partnership with HR and the Financial ControllerMaintain workforce planning models, salary budgets and establishment reportingSupport annual pay review processes and workforce forecastingAnalyse staffing costs, vacancies, organisational structures and workforce trends to support strategic planning and financial sustainabilitySupport evaluation of commercial performance across retail, hospitality, venue hire and other income-generating activitiesProvide analysis to support grant funding, sponsorship, investment decisions and organisational initiativesDevelop ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic projects and Executive decision-makingProvide support and cover for the Financial Controller and other members of the Finance team as requiredContribute to cross-functional projects and organisational initiatives to support effective financial management and organisational objectivesSupport organisational planning, governance and reporting activities as requiredUndertake any other duties commensurate with the level and responsibilities of the roleContribute to finance transformation and continuous improvement initiativesSkillsFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Significant experience in FP&A, commercial finance, management accounting or business partnering rolesExperience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processesStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilityExcellent communication skillsExperience producing management accounts and performance reportingAbility to interpret and communicate complex financial informationStrong stakeholder management and influencing skillsExperience developing financial models and scenario analysisKnowledge of workforce planning and payroll analysisExperience working in a cross-cultural environmentDemonstrate and role-model Japan House London Values: Omotenashi, Integrity, Shared Passion, Cultivation, and Open-nessExperience within a multi-entity organisationExperience in a cultural, arts, public sector or not-for-profit environmentExperience with Xero or similar finance systemsBenefitsGenerous holiday allowance – up to 36 days per year, inclusive of public and bank holidaysGroup life insurance schemeRemote GP serviceCycle to work schemeEmployee discount for the Japan House Shop and StandDiscount platform for high street shopsAccess to perks and discounts local to Kensington High Street, LondonPersonal learning budgetafter 6 monthsserviceCompany OverviewJapan House London is a home for Japanese creativity and innovation that showcases the art and technology that represent Japanese culture. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.japanhouselondon.uk/.