Are you a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment? CMA Recruitment Group is partnering exclusively with our client to recruit a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, a key role responsible for driving the financial insight and decision-making that supports the organisation’s ambitious growth plans.
You’ll ensure high-quality forecasting, reporting and analysis that highlight performance drivers, opportunities and risks shaping strategy and enabling informed business decisions.
What will the Head of FP&A role involve?
Delivering accurate, timely, and commercially focused insight that supports both strategic and operational goals, while ensuring the business remains financially robust and adaptable
Deliver accurate, consolidated management information packs for Executive Committees and the Board, supported by insightful commentary to drive effective decision-making
Evaluate gross margins, fixed and variable costs, and performance metrics across all business units, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities that inform operational and strategic priorities
Operate at the centre of the finance function, the role partners closely with the CFO, divisional leaders, and wider business teams to shape decisions that directly influence performance
Develop systems and processes including dashboards, templates, and models to improve forecasting accuracy, speed, and reporting efficiency, while supporting data automation across finance and IT
Suitable candidate for the Head of FP&A vacancy:
Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a pedigree in FP&A, commercial finance and business partnering, ideally gained in Retail or Consumer Goods
Ability to deliver in a fast paced environment, possessing excellent Excel and systems experience. Prior utilisation of Power BI is advantageous
A strong communicator with excellent influencing and business partnering skills at a senior management and executive level
Additional benefits and information for the role of Head of FP&A:
A highly visible role in the business and the role interacts regularly with the Executive Team and SMT
Hybrid and flexible working
A strong package including car allowance and bonus
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