Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Role Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to join a globally renowned brand licensing and consumer products company based in London. This key leadership position involves spearheading global planning, forecasting, and performance management efforts within a dynamic international setting. The role reports to senior finance leadership and significantly influences commercial strategy through insightful financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning for the global organization.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive three-statement financial models, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Collaborate with senior commercial leaders to facilitate strategic decision-making and drive revenue growth.
• Manage global headcount planning and resource allocation forecasting.
• Prepare board-level reports, deliver commercial insights, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Lead initiatives in finance transformation, automation, and process enhancement.
• Supervise and develop an international FP&A team while coordinating with finance peers across Europe, Asia, and North America.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified accountant designation such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent with substantial post-qualification experience in FP&A within a complex international environment.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling and advanced Excel functionality.
• Extensive experience managing financial planning and forecasting processes.
• Strong commercial insight and effective business partnering capabilities.
• Ability to confidently influence senior-level stakeholders.
• Keen interest in process improvements and the adoption of new technologies.
• Experience with Power BI and Power Query is highly beneficial.

Additional Information

• This is an 18-month contract role commencing on or before September 1, with a strong prospect of transitioning to permanent employment.
• Salary range is £90,000 to £95,000 per annum.
• The position involves high visibility with strategic impact working with leading entertainment and consumer brands internationally.
• Hybrid working environment combining onsite presence in London with flexible arrangements.
• The opportunity provides engagement with multiple global markets and a collaborative company culture.