Head of Group FP&A

Overview

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Citadel Source is delighted to be partnering with a leading FMCG business to support the recruitment of their new Head of FP&A.

A bit about the client

Our client is a well-established FMCG group with a strong presence across the UK and international markets. The business continues to invest heavily in improving its operations, with recent advancements across its supply chain, automation and data systems. This is a dynamic environment which offers finance professionals a real chance to contribute meaningfully and drive tangible impact.

The role

This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to lead the Group’s FP&A function, driving the evolution of reporting, enhancing analytical capabilities, and supporting the integration of the business within a larger global group. In this role, you will partner the C-suite and have a direct impact on decision-making, playing a central role in shaping the organisation’s financial performance and planning processes.

About you

You will be a commercially minded, technically strong finance leader with a proven background in FP&A within fast-paced, inventory-driven or multi-channel environments. You will bring a blend of strategic thinking, operational awareness and analytical capability. We are looking for someone who is comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, adept at challenging assumptions, able to improve processes and lead a high-performing team. Above all, you will be energised by the opportunity to elevate insights, streamline reporting and influence decision-making across a complex and evolving business.

As Head of FP&A, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Leading the Group FP&A function and ensuring alignment with wider group reporting requirements
• Owning the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles, coordinating financial submissions across multiple regions
• Developing sophisticated financial models for long-range planning, scenario analysis and capital investment appraisal
• Embedding processes to support dual-reporting requirements, ensuring consistency between internal results and group standards
• Providing high-quality analysis on trading performance, margin, stock, channel profitability and operational efficiency
• Acting as system owner for planning and reporting tools, driving continuous improvement and data integrity
• Enhancing KPI governance and performance measurement across the business
• Streamlining reporting processes and ensuring timely, accurate consolidated outputs for senior leadership
• Supporting strategic projects, including due diligence, business case development and transformational initiatives
• Leading, coaching and developing a high performing FP&A team
• Shaping the roadmap for future analytical capability

What the client has to offer

• Company sick pay entitlement
• Birthday leave
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Seasonal recognition payment
• Discretionary colleague bonus scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme

If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Dan Morris at Citadel Source
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• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

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