Head of Financial Planning Analysis

As a Strategic FP&A professional for the largest Retail Client, your role will be crucial in providing financial leadership and operational guidance to drive business growth and efficiency across various operations. Here is a summary of your responsibilities and qualifications: Role Overview: The ideal candidate should have 12+ years of FP&A experience in the retail sector, with a focus on leading high impact initiatives and partnering with senior business leaders. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the FP&A function to support strategic business planning and financial decision-making. - Collaborate with executive leadership on financial planning, capital allocation, and growth initiatives. - Develop budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans. - Implement forecasting models and scenario planning. - Prepare monthly and quarterly management reporting packs with variance analysis. - Analyze profitability by brand, location, and department. - Champion the use of analytics and automation tools. - Provide commercial analysis to support pricing strategies and profitability. - Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation strategies. Qualifications: - Education: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA). - Experience: Minimum 12 years in FP&A, with 5 years in a senior role in Retail. - Systems: Advanced Excel, Power BI/Tableau, experience with DMS platforms and ERP systems. - Financial Acumen: Expertise in Retail financials. Required Skills: - Strong leadership skills. - High-level business acumen. - Exceptional analytical, presentation, and communication abilities. - Proactive mindset with a track record of driving financial excellence. Preferred Skills: - Multi-brand or group-level FP&A experience in Retail. - Experience in supporting transformation projects and business turnarounds.,