Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

22 hours ago

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, United Kingdom CV Library Full time

Director of FP&A and Strategic Projects - Solutions and Services (S&S)

The Opportunity
As the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), you will lead and own the financial planning, forecasting, and strategic planning processes across the organization. You will work closely with senior leadership, providing actionable insights that drive decision-making and long-term growth. This is a highly visible role with significant influence on shaping the future of the company, combining strategic thinking with hands-on financial analysis to support key business initiatives.

This role is critical in supporting the Finance Director and the Executive Leadership Team to deliver on the strategic commitments of our client. Further, along with the Finance Director, this role will work with the Chief of Solutions & Services and the wider S&S Executive team to provide financial and commercial insight. S&S overall is currently developing the Strategic priorities; this is a brilliant opportunity to work with the executive team to make an impact on the Solutions and Services that will drive value for the whole of the Group.


Responsibilities

  1. Financial Planning and Budgeting: Lead the development and implementation of the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to set financial targets and objectives. Monitor and analyse budgetary performance throughout the year, identifying areas of concern and proposing adjustments as needed.
  2. Financial Forecasting: Develop accurate and reliable financial forecasts for short-term and long-term planning purposes. Utilise historical data, market trends, and business insights to project future financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to senior management.
  3. Performance Analysis: Conduct comprehensive financial analysis of the company's performance, comparing actual results to budget and forecasts. Identify key drivers and variances, explaining the root causes and implications to stakeholders. Proactively suggest strategies to optimize financial performance in terms of P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow performance.
  4. Management Reporting: Lead the month-end management reporting process, collaborating with the Controller, Group Finance and regional Finance teams, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to Group, as well as presenting timely, insightful, and accurate financial reports for senior management, the Group Executive Committee, and other stakeholders. Communicate financial results and trends in a clear and concise manner to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
  5. Strategic Initiatives: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and assess the financial feasibility and impact of strategic initiatives, investments, and potential acquisitions. Conduct financial due diligence to assess risks and opportunities.
  6. Financial Modelling: Develop and maintain complex financial models to support scenario analysis, business planning, and investment decisions. Ensure the models are accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with best practices with a focus on P&L, Balance sheet and Cashflow.
  7. Process Improvement: Continuously improve financial planning and analysis processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making capabilities.
  8. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of business partners (UK and US based), providing guidance, feedback, and opportunities for professional development.

Essential Skills & Experience

  1. Financial Acumen: A deep understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial metrics. Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and analysis.
  2. Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and translate financial data into actionable insights and recommendations to drive business growth and profitability.
  3. Leadership and Collaboration: Proven experience in leading and motivating a team, as well as collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to achieve common goals.
  4. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and identify key trends, drivers, and variances. Ability to propose effective solutions to financial challenges.
  5. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and convincingly to non-financial stakeholders.
  6. Adaptability: Capability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, handling multiple priorities and tight deadlines effectively.
  7. Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrated commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards and handling financial information with confidentiality.

Desirable Skills & Experience

  1. Experience of working in a Global matrix organisation with multiple stakeholders.
  2. Industry experience would be advantageous but not essential.

Essential Qualifications (Must be evidenced at offer stage)

  1. CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent.
  2. Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, including demonstrable managerial or leadership experience.
  3. Experience in a global and fast-growing organization is advantageous.
  4. Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, SAP, JDE, OneStream).

The Company
Our client is the digital destination for product and service solutions to help our customers with the maintenance, repair and operation of their businesses. The portfolio consists of Procurement Services, Transactional Processing, Stores Management and Inventory Optimisation enabled by industry leading digital platforms. We deliver world class results to world class companies in industries such as Pharmaceuticals, Foods, Beverage, Automotive and Aerospace.


Company values
We are one team. We deliver brilliantly. We do the right thing. We make every day better.

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