Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

Marks Sattin are delighted to be working with a well-regarded West Yorkshire based organisation who are looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. This is a newly created role and a very exciting time for the business as they are looking to undertake a transformation programme.

Responsibilities will include:

• Build-out and improve the group's strategic financial planning and budgeting, forecasting, analytics, and reporting processes
• Take the lead on analysis and reporting on financial and non-financial metrics and KPIs across the business
• Create and take ownership of complex financial models
• Build strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders supporting them with analysis and insight to drive commercial decisions
• Support the CFO in digital transformation projects to embed greater use of data analytics and automation across the Finance Department
• Act as a 'bridge' from Finance to Operations and Sales on the monitoring of stock holding by liaising closely with Operations
• Compile monthly group reporting packs for provision to the Executive Team to include live forecasting of out-turn (rolling 18 months)
• Provide financial support on strategic projects and decision making
• Impact the growth of the business by contributing to commercial decisions through the provision of clear insights and analysis
• Scenario planning and financial modelling skills are required
• Build a best in class FP&A department via a combination of upskilling of existing colleagues and hiring of new colleagues

This opportunity is ideally suited to a qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) candidate with extensive FP&A experience who is able to work in a complex, high volume environment. Excellent communication skills are required, with the ability to advise, challenge and influence.