Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

Nisbets; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Bristol is seeking a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to lead financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate is CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified and has advanced Excel skills. The position offers a hybrid working model after an initial training period, allowing flexibility to work from home. A passion for process improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualification is essential.
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end management reports for the group.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Streamline and automate reporting processes.

Skills

CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Advanced Excel

Communication with C-Suite

Problem-solving

Tools

IBM TM1

Planning Analytics

Hyperion Financial Management

Power BI

Job description

Nisbets Limited are currently recruiting for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to join our Finance team and play a pivotal role in driving accurate reporting, forecasting, and commercial insight across the business.

This role will be based at our Avonmouth office, with flexibility to work from home as part of a hybrid working pattern following a period of training.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Group Management Reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to both Nisbets Group and Bunzl plc. You will manage budgeting and forecasting cycles, streamline reporting processes, and provide ad hoc analysis to senior stakeholders. This is a highly collaborative role, working closely with Regional Finance Directors, the CFO, COO, and Bunzl plc to deliver best-in‑class reporting and support strategic decision‑making. You will also oversee the development and optimisation of financial systems and reporting tools to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and analytically driven finance professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for process improvement.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage production of month‑end management reports for Nisbets Group and Bunzl plc.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the Group.
• Simplify and automate reporting in collaboration with Regional Finance Teams.
• Create ad hoc reports and analysis for senior stakeholders (CFO, CEO, Bunzl plc).
• Act as main point of contact for Bunzl plc on reporting and analysis queries.
• Work with system accountants to ensure financial systems meet reporting requirements.
• Drive improvements in reporting processes and ensure compliance with best practices.

Capabilities, Skills and Experience Required

Essential

• CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified.
• Proven experience producing clear, accurate financial reporting.
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and process improvement.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with complex data sets.
• Excellent communication skills, including experience engaging with C‑Suite stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and understanding of financial systems.

Preferred

• Experience working with international teams.
• Familiarity with IBM TM1 / Planning Analytics, Hyperion Financial Management, Iris, and / or Power BI.
• Collaborative and accountable approach.