Head of Financial Planning & Analysis
- Recruiter
- Stanton House - Guildford
- Location
- England, Surrey, Woking
- Salary
- £75000 - £80000 per annum + car allowance + excellent benefits package
- Posted
- 20 Jun 2017
- Closes
- 27 Jun 2017
- Ref
- SH/5659/SL
- Contact
- Stuart Levers
- Job Title
- Financial Planning and Analysis
- Category
- Consumer products / FMCG, Pharmaceutical
- Experience Levels
- Manager
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Head of Financial Planning & Analysis
An exciting position has arisen with a successful, forward thinking blue chip business based in Surrey for a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis. Leading a high performing team and driving the planning and performance processes across EMEA, this is a fantastic opportunity for a strong, talented and driven individual to make a real contribution to the future success of the organisation.
Key focus for this role will be co-ordinating the budgeting and forecasting processes and understanding the key business environment for major risks and opportunities. As a business critical role, the successful candidate will provide creative, strategic support and implement new ideas. Exceptional communication and leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to drive engagement and effective collaboration within the team.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Commercial Financial Business Partners to understand the needs of the business and provide them with best in class reporting and planning tools
- Partnering with the Financial Planning and Analysis Director in leading the team responsible for the development of expert models and the creation of business reports
- Providing non-EMEA management with key financial information
- Execute continuous improvements for company-wide financial and reporting processes
- Oversee the creation of central requirements and offer clear, concise and insightful analysis of business performance
- Provide direction and recommendation in reference to risk areas to senior leaders to make informed business decisions
A strong voice and ability to challenge decisions when working with both internal and external stakeholders will be crucial to successful performance in this role.