Head of Business Planning, Reporting & Commercial Finance Find Recruitment – Newmarket, North Island
We are partnering with our client who is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Business Planning, Reporting and Commercial Finance in the FMCG Sector, a very recognisable brand.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this role is pivotal in supporting the business to ensure decisions are made with the right level of rigour, insights, and analysis.
You will lead and mentor the Business Planning, Reporting & Commercial Finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement while partnering with the business to help drive strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Planning: Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with the strategic plan, develop robust financial models, and provide insightful analysis and recommendations to the Board and Executive Leadership Team.
Reporting & Analysis: Streamline and oversee financial reports, further develop a comprehensive management reporting framework, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards while identifying trends, opportunities, and risks. Proven experience managing and preparing best-in-class Board Reporting.
Commercial Support: Partner with the business to provide strategic financial support for pricing analysis and profitability optimization to drive business performance and growth opportunities. Lead the development and implementation of commercial finance initiatives to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.
Ideal Candidate:
CA qualified, with experience leading and mentoring a team, ideally within FMCG/retail/primary industries/complex environments; Big 4/Top 10 background is a plus.
Board reporting experience with strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
A strategic thinker with a passion for driving business performance.
To Apply: Send in your CV today or contact Simon Rooney on 021 858 919 or Kiri Brooks on 021 437 436 for a confidential discussion.
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