Assistant Finance Manager - Planning and ReportingLocation: East Midlands or East of England (Hybrid - 2-3 days office based)Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 + Bonus + BenefitsFull time (35 hours per week) About the RoleAn established, nationwide consumer business is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager - Planning and Reporting to join its team.This is a newly created role within a 16-person team responsible for centralising reporting, budgeting and forecasting across multiple business units. The team partners with operational, property, strategic and commercial functions, as well as Group Finance.Sitting within Financial Planning and Analysis (FPandA), this role combines high-quality reporting, budgeting and forecasting with first-line business partnering. It is well suited to someone who has strong core reporting skills and is ready to build broader commercial exposure.Key ResponsibilitiesProduce weekly, periodic and quarterly performance reporting with clear variance analysis and insight.Provide first-line commentary and financial support to budget holders and senior stakeholders.Support period-end close through review of results and ensuring data integrity.Deliver annual budgets and regular forecasts at GL and cost centre level.Partner with operational and commercial teams to improve forecast accuracy and understanding of key drivers.Contribute to consolidated reporting for senior leadership.Work with the Business Intelligence team to automate and enhance reporting via BI ..... full job details .....