Interim FP&A Manager - FTC

GVA Search is proud to be partnering a dynamic, fast-growing international FMCG company in Hampshire who is seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Interim FP&A Manager (6-month FTC) to ensure effective management of the P&L, Working Capital and Capital Expenditure and minimise financial surprises - delivery of high quality, accurate and insightful financial reporting of International Market’s short-term results and longer terms plans, providing in-depth financial planning and analysis.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for the quarterly forecasting and budgeting process to meet group reporting requirements and timelines.
• Support and guidance to the RMs in the preparation of their P&Ls, championing improvements in forecast accuracy
• Managing the forecasting of IM’s non-market specific overheads with an emphasis on active cost management.
• Managing data integrity issues arising during forecast preparation
• Preparation of IM UK Balance Sheet, ensuring accrual/provision releases are accurately built in and understanding variances.
• Lead the interaction with other areas of the business such as Supply Chain
• Support the Financial Controller in the process of consolidation and critical analytical review, ensuring the end result meets expectations.
• Responsible for the prep ration and reporting of IM UK’s and Total IM’s Working Capital Performance
• Support the Financial Controller to embed a robust control framework across all of IM
• Responsible for the preparation and reporting of P&L performance each period, to include:
• Maintaining the process for the collection and analysis of required data from a variety of sources, continually seeking areas for improvement
• Analysis of key commercial drivers of performance including driving out PVM variances, investigating and holding Regional Managers (RMs) accountable for sales, A&P and overhead variances (coaching as necessary), incorporating into

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 5+ years post-qualification experience, ideally in FMCG or Big 4. Proven experience in financial reporting, analysis, and performance management within a global, multi-market environment. You will have strong analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into actionable insights. The successful candidate will be proficient in Excel and ERP systems, with a preference for SAP, SAP BI, and Power BI.

You will have a collaborative mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and work across different cultures.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to make a real impact within an international business, driving performance and enabling growth across both mature and developing markets.