FP&A Manager Emerging Markets, Geographical Expansion, Business Partnership and S&OP

UPSA; Chiswick; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the consumer goods industry is seeking a financial planning and analysis professional to support key initiatives and optimize financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial modeling and reporting, along with excellent analytical skills. This role involves collaborating with various teams to drive growth and operational efficiency, leveraging financial insights to make strategic recommendations.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis for key initiatives.
• Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance Analysis

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

MBA

CPA/CMA

Tools

SAP

Oracle Hyperion

Job description

MISSION

Business Partnership:

Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing financial insights and strategic recommendations to support growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.

Lead financial planning and analysis for key initiatives, including product launches, promotional campaigns, and channel strategies.

Translate complex financial data into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders, fostering a culture of financial accountability.

Support pricing and margin analysis, identifying opportunities for optimization across the portfolio.

S&OP Process:

Own the financial dimension of the S&OP process, ensuring robust forecasting and alignment between demand planning, supply planning, and financial targets.

Partner with Supply Chain and Commercial teams to validate assumptions, assess risks, and drive consensus on volume and revenue forecasts.

Monitor and analyze forecast accuracy, identifying root causes of variances and recommending corrective actions.

Integrate financial scenarios into S&OP discussions to support agile decision-making in a dynamic market environment.

Reporting & Communication:

Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior leadership, conveying complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.

Process Improvement & Optimization:

Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, and controls, driving efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA/CMA preferred.

Proven experience 5years in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the consumer goods or pharmaceutical industry.

Strong proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights effectively.

Excel Ninja, proficient with financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle Hyperion).

Strategic mindset with the ability to translate financial analysis into actionable recommendations.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams.

Fluency in English; proficiency in French is a plus;.