Head of Financial Planning Analysis

Financial Staffing Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of FP&A to drive financial planning and analysis within a global organization. This role involves overseeing budgeting, performance analysis, and providing strategic insights to support growth. You'll collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance operational efficiencies and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Join a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture where your contributions will significantly impact business strategy and growth. If you're a commercially astute finance professional looking for a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with strong technical accounting background.
• Significant experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Proven ability to drive business performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis function, delivering insightful reports.
• Drive annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Implement and enhance financial systems for accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Financial Insights

Problem-Solving

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Excel

Power BI

ERP Systems

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Helping SME's Recruit Exceptional Accounting & Finance Staff.

Our client is a global leader in fashion and sports brand licensing, managing a diverse portfolio of iconic brands.

As the Head of FP&A, you will play a critical role in driving financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making within the business. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis while also managing the preparation of management accounts. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the business to provide insights and recommendations that support growth and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning and analysis function, delivering timely and insightful financial reports to senior management.
• Drive the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business strategy.
• Provide financial modelling, scenario analysis, and trend forecasting to support commercial decision-making.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, delivering meaningful commentary and variance analysis.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that drive profitability and operational efficiencies.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track financial performance against strategic objectives.
• Support the CFO in board reporting and ad-hoc financial analysis.
• Implement and enhance financial systems and processes to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, tax requirements, and audit processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a strong technical accounting background.
• Significant experience in financial planning and analysis, management accounting, and statutory reporting.
• Proven ability to provide strategic financial insights and drive business performance.
• Experience in the fashion, retail, or licensing industry is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis, and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, ERP systems).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to shape financial strategy and drive business growth in a global organisation.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial company culture with opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive salary package and benefits.

If you are a commercially astute finance professional, we would love to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion and Retail

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