Financial Planning& Analysis Lead

Role Description Statement

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Lead is responsible for overseeing the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function within the Center of Excellence (CoE), ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial insights, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. This role provides strategic leadership to the FP&A team.

Key Responsibilities (High Level)

• Lead and manage the FP&A team within the CoE, ensuring efficient execution of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities
• Develop and implement best practices for financial modelling, analytics, and reporting to enhance decision-making across the organization
• Oversee the preparation, consolidation, and analysis of financial forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term financial plans
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior finance and business leaders to drive financial performance and improve business outcomes
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting and analytics, leveraging advanced data tools and systems
• Collaborate with business controllers, finance business partners, and group controlling teams to ensure alignment on financial objectives
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting automation, and analytics capabilities within the FP&A function
• Oversee CAPEX planning, investment strategy, and financial modelling to support strategic decision-making
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls, and corporate financial policies for all FP&A activities.
• Mentor, develop, and manage the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance culture and driving professional growth within the function

Education and experience

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis or related finance roles
• Strong experience in multinational or industrial sectors, preferably within a shared services or CoE environment

Critical success factors

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing high-performing FP&A teams
• Advanced expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Strategic mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive business impact.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively across finance and business teams

Technical & language skills

• Experience with Tagetik and Qlik Sense is a plus
• Understanding of integrated ERP systems is a plus
• Strong MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) skills
• Proficiency in English

Interfaces with

• Business Controllers
• FP&A (Senior) Controllers
• Finance Business Partners
• Group Controlling