Key Achievements:

• Implemented streamlined budgeting and forecasting processes, reducing preparation time by 30%.

• Developed robust financial models, enabling more accurate planning and contributing to £500,000 / $600,000 in revenue optimisation.

• Introduced KPI dashboards and reporting templates, improving business performance visibility by 25%.

• Identified cost-saving opportunities across business units, resulting in £200,000 / $240,000 annual savings.

• Mentored and developed FP&A analysts, improving team capability and efficiency.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the FP&A function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.

• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making and investment appraisal.

• Analyse financial performance, trends, and variances, providing actionable insights to senior management.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports and presentations for executive leadership.

• Collaborate with operational teams to support business planning and strategic initiatives.

• Monitor KPIs, business metrics, and financial performance across departments.

• Provide scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessment to guide decision-making.

• Support capital expenditure planning, investment analysis, and resource allocation decisions.

• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all reporting, models, and financial analyses.

• Oversee and mentor FP&A analysts and junior finance staff, enhancing team performance.

• Implement process improvements and automation to enhance FP&A efficiency.

• Liaise with accounting, finance, and operational teams to ensure alignment of reporting and planning processes.

• Participate in strategic projects, providing financial expertise and scenario analysis.

• Assist in long-term financial planning and forecasting for growth and investment decisions.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and professional standards.

• Prepare ad-hoc reports and financial analysis for business leaders and stakeholders.

• Contribute to business development and strategic initiatives with financial insight.

• Support executive decision-making by presenting clear and actionable financial recommendations.

• Maintain documentation of assumptions, methodologies, and FP&A processes.

• Uphold confidentiality, ethics, and professional standards in all financial activities.