Northamptonshire | Listed Retail PLC | £750-850 per day (IR35 status TBC)
JSS are partnering with a well known listed retail business seeking an experienced Interim Head of FP&A to lead the financial planning, forecasting and performance management agenda during a critical period of transformation. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a highly visible role requiring a commercially minded finance leader who can influence stakeholders across the executive team and wider business. While strong FP&A capability is essential, this position is far more focused on storytelling, business partnering, influencing and driving action from insight than simply owning financial models.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the group budgeting, forecasting and long range planning processes.
- Drive month-end performance reviews, providing clear insight into trading performance, risks and opportunities.
- Partner with the CFO, CEO and senior leadership team to support strategic decision making.
- Present financial performance, forecasts and key business drivers to executive stakeholders in a concise and impactful manner.
- Develop and enhance reporting packs, KPIs and performance dashboards.
- Lead, mentor and develop the FP&A team.
- Challenge assumptions, identify risks and ensure robust forecasting processes are in place.
- Act as the link between finance and operational leadership to improve commercial decision making.
- Support Board and investor related reporting requirements where required.
- Drive improvements in planning, reporting and performance management processes.
Candidate Profile
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Significant experience leading FP&A activities within a large, complex organisation.
- Experience operating within a listed, PE-backed or multi-site consumer-facing business.
- Strong track record of business partnering senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making.
- Experience improving planning, forecasting and performance management processes.
- Ability to quickly establish credibility and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Key Attributes
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
- Able to influence, challenge and gain buy-in from senior leaders.
- Commercially focused, with the ability to turn analysis into actions.
- Comfortable operating with ambiguity and driving change.
- Credible presence in Board-level discussions.
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Interim Head of FP&A in England employer: JSS
JSS is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture, encouraging collaboration and innovation in the heart of the UK near Bristol. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and the chance to influence strategic decisions in a pivotal role that shapes the future of hospitality revenue management. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and professional development.
