Overview
The Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is responsible for leading the performance reporting, financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting processes for Northern Marine Group. This partner closely with Senior Leadership and the Corporate Controller team to provide financial insights that improve financial outcomes, support data‑driven decision‑making and drive business strategy. The Head of FP&A will oversee the development of financial models, analyze business trends, and ensure accuracy and clarity in all financial reporting.
This role will report to the Director of Financial Operations and will be supported by a team of Finance Business Partners.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial performance reports, including variance analyses and Senior Leadership presentations.
- Analyze profitability, operational efficiency, and cost trends to identify risks and provide actionable recommendations to business unit leadership to support strategic and operational decision‑making.
- Coordinate the design and preparation of all budget reporting for the Senior Leadership Team, including Board members, business unit leaders, and cost centre owners.
Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting and financial planning processes, ensuring alignment with the group’s strategic goals.
- Develop and maintain a rolling monthly forecast process incorporating business updates and industry trends.
- Partner with business units to understand drivers, validate assumptions, and build cohesive financial plans.
Modelling & Data Management
- Build, maintain, and enhance financial models to support planning, pricing, business cases, and investment decisions.
- Improve reporting tools, dashboards, and processes to increase accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness.
- Ensure data integrity and consistency across financial systems.
Cross‑Functional Partnership
- Serve as the primary Finance contact to business leaders and business unit owners, offering insights and guidance on financial performance.
- Support strategic initiatives, pricing decisions, operational improvement efforts, and capital projects.
- Communicate complex financial information in clear, concise terms to non‑financial stakeholders.
Leadership & Team Development
- Manage and mentor Finance Business Partners, supporting their professional growth and technical skill development.
- Promote a positive culture of analytical integrity, transparency, business partnership and continuous improvement.
Candidate Requirements
- Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, CA, or ACCA).
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
- Extensive progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a related field.
- Prior leadership or team management experience.
- Strong financial modeling, analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel and financial planning tools.
- Demonstrated experience managing budgeting and forecasting.
- Previous experience working with business analytics and reporting packages, e.g., Power BI, Business Objects.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial concepts to Senior Management.
