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

UPSA; Chiswick; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Chiswick seeks a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to provide strategic financial insights. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in financial analysis within the consumer goods or pharmaceutical sector and be proficient in financial modeling and software like SAP and Oracle Hyperion. This role involves robust reporting and communication with senior leadership, aligning financial targets with business strategies.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in consumer goods or pharmaceutical industry.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders providing financial insights.
• Lead financial planning and analysis for key initiatives.
• Prepare financial reports and present to senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA or CPA / CMA preferred

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 5 years 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;.