Director - FP&A and Finance Business Partner

The Director - FP&A and Finance Business Partner will be responsible for overseeing the financial planning, analysis, and business partnering functions across the organization. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior management and other departments to drive financial performance and support decision-making.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the development and management of the annual budget, periodic forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
2. Conduct in-depth financial analysis and provide insights on business performance, including revenue, costs, margins, and cash flow.
3. Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.
4. Act as a key financial advisor to business unit leaders, providing insights and recommendations to drive business performance.
5. Collaborate with department heads to understand their financial needs and support them in achieving their financial objectives.
6. Prepare and present regular financial reports to senior management, including variance analysis and performance metrics.
7. Develop and implement dashboards and other reporting tools to provide real-time financial insights.
8. Plan strategic initiatives and projects by providing financial analysis and insights.
9. Establish clear goals and objectives for the team and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
10. Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Key skills

1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or relevant professional qualifications (e.g., CPA, CFA, CIMA) are strongly preferred.
2. More than 15 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
3. Experience in the retail or wholesale industry is highly desirable.
4. Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
5. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
6. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
7. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
8. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior management and other stakeholders.
9. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting.