Interim Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity-backed retail business is seeking an Interim FP&A Manager to lead budgeting and forecasting processes during a crucial investment phase. The role demands an experienced finance professional with a strong FP&A background in a retail environment, capable of producing detailed board-level reports and financial models. The position is hybrid based in Central London, offering an exciting opportunity to support strategic planning and enhance reporting at a critical time for the business.

Qualifications

• Strong FP&A background within a retail environment is essential.
• Previous experience in private equity-backed settings is highly desirable.
• Confident in producing and presenting board-level reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and refine the budgeting and forecasting process across all retail locations.
• Produce detailed board packs, including variance analysis.
• Manage and optimise cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow forecasting

Financial modelling

Reporting

Data analysis

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Advanced Excel

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Client:

Finatal

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

FP&A Manager

Hybrid – Central London

An ambitious private equity-backed retail business is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to join on an interim basis. With a multi-site footprint and aggressive growth plans, the business requires a commercially-minded finance professional to support enhanced reporting and strategic planning during a critical phase of its investment cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and refine the budgeting and forecasting process across all retail locations
• Produce detailed board packs, including variance analysis and performance commentary
• Manage and optimise cash flow forecasting, ensuring visibility and control over working capital
• Build dynamic financial models to support business planning and investment appraisal
• Business partner with commercial and operational teams to deliver insight-driven decision support
• Support the PE reporting cycle and provide analysis aligned to investor expectations

Candidate Profile:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong FP&A background within a retail environment (hospitality experience beneficial)
• Previous experience in a private equity-backed or fast-growth setting is highly desirable
• Confident producing and presenting board-level reports
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability
• Immediately available or able to start at short notice