What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis position at Pearson?
Permanent
Hybrid - 2 office days per week
Considering candidates in Belfast, UK & Manila, Philippines
Pearson Finance Services (PFS) is seeking a Senior Manager, FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis for our Assessments & Qualifications (A&Q) Division—one of Pearson’s largest divisions, with a turnover of approximately £1.5bn per year. This is an exciting opportunity to drive strategic financial insights and support key decision-making in a dynamic, global environment.
Key Responsibilities
At Pearson, we are bold thinkers and standout innovators, committed to shaping the future of learning. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performance finance team, making a real impact in a global organisation.
Apply now to be part of a team that drives financial excellence and supports education worldwide!
Who We Are
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Job: FINANCE
Organization: Corporate Finance
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 19198
Hybrid - 2 office days per week
Considering candidates in Belfast, UK & Manila, Philippines
Pearson Finance Services (PFS) is seeking a Senior Manager, FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis for our Assessments & Qualifications (A&Q) Division—one of Pearson’s largest divisions, with a turnover of approximately £1.5bn per year. This is an exciting opportunity to drive strategic financial insights and support key decision-making in a dynamic, global environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead FP&A activities including month-end reporting, annual operating planning, and rolling forecasts.
- Manage, coach, and develop a team of 24 finance professionals, ensuring efficient resource management.
- Deliver high-quality financial analysis, identifying key value drivers, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with senior business leaders, providing actionable insights to support strategic objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing processes and reporting accuracy.
- Oversee external audit deliverables and maintain strong financial controls.
- Extensive experience in finance leadership or business performance management roles.
- Qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) with strong accounting and financial control knowledge.
- Proven people management experience, with a track record of leading and developing teams.
- Expertise in financial ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong communication and business partnering skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
At Pearson, we are bold thinkers and standout innovators, committed to shaping the future of learning. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performance finance team, making a real impact in a global organisation.
Apply now to be part of a team that drives financial excellence and supports education worldwide!
Who We Are
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Job: FINANCE
Organization: Corporate Finance
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 19198
