Retail
Our client, a prestigious brand, is seeking an interim FP&A Manager to provide financial planning and analysis that will support strategic decision-making across the company. This role requires a keen eye for detail, excellent analytical skills, and a strong ability in financial modelling and BI reporting. This is a critical role, reporting directly to the Head of Finance and the CFO. Initially for a period of 6 months, there is scope for the role to extend.
This role is office based 3 days a week (2 remote) and initially for a 6 months period, with scope to further extend. With offices in London and in the East Midlands, some time will be required in both locations.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this FP&A role will include but are not limited to:
- Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to support decision-making processes and long term strategic planning.
- Generate, maintain, and automate financial reports using BI tools, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
- Analyse current and past financial data and performance, identifying trends and providing insights to key decision makers in the company.
- Prepare regular reporting packs for senior leadership.
- Collaborate with various departments to gather financial information and forecasts, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting and data analysis standards and practices.
- Support the Head of Finance and CFO with ad-hoc analyses, presentations, and projects.
Skills
The skills and experience required for this FP&A role role include but are not limited to:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, within the retail or manufacturing sector.
- Strong proficiency in financial modelling techniques and BI tools.
- High level of expertise in MS Excel and financial planning software.
- Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with a detailed-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with all levels of the organisation.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
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Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience closely matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for over 30 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in media, retail, pharma/biotech, technology, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.