Group Financial Planning and Analysis Assistant Manager

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Join a dynamic team in a FTSE-listed house builder at the forefront of delivering high-quality homes across the UK and making a real impact on the communities we serve. The business is committed to continuous improvement as per the transformation strategy, Project Elevate, in place since the Group’s 2025 capital markets day.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant to join a high-profile Group Finance team within a FTSE-listed business. The role offers broad exposure across financial planning, analysis, reporting and business partnering, working closely with the business, senior finance leadership and executive stakeholders to support strategic decision-making and drive process improvement.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support the Group Head of FP&A in analysing and communicating the key drivers of business performance through the monthly forecasting and reporting processes.
• Assist with the production of high-quality monthly management analysis, including variance analysis against budget and prior forecast, KPIs and commentary.
• Support continuous improvement within financial reporting by developing a good understanding of the forecasting process and the systems and processes involved.
• Partner with key stakeholders across the business, including Executive Board members, central department heads and divisional management teams, to support performance analysis and decision-making.
• Contribute to the Half Year and Full year process as required.
• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of Anaplan, COINS and other finance systems.

Required Skills & Experience: 

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA finalist, recently qualified or equivalent experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong interest in finance systems, data analytics and process improvement.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• FP&A, group finance and/or audit experience

• Well organised, capable of managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work to tight deadlines

• Systems: Advanced Excel (PivotTables, financial modelling), COINS* and Anaplan*
• Industry knowledge*

*advantageous but not required

What We Offer: 

• A challenging and rewarding role within a listed FTSE environment.

• Opportunity to influence reporting, forecasting and business performance processes.

• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

The Company

Our people are at the heart of our business, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and recognise that everyone has different needs outside of work too. That’s why, wherever possible, we’ll consider flexible working requests across every role, helping you find the right balance between work and life.

We're passionate about creating a culture built on collaboration, openness and continuous development, where your contributions are recognised, your career can grow, and you can make a real impact.

At Crest Nicholson, we care about you as an individual, not just the role you do, and we’re committed to supporting every part of your life — from your wellbeing and financial security to your lifestyle and career. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed with you in mind. This includes:

• Competitive salary
• Annual company bonus scheme
• Private pension
• Private healthcare and healthcare cash plan options
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Share plans
• Gym membership discounts

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!