Head of Financial Planning Analysis

Company: MacGregor Black
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Location: Greater London
Job Description:

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Are you a qualified accountant with a strong track record in FP&A and commercial finance?

Do you thrive in high-growth, fast-paced FMCG environments?

Are you ready to lead a high-impact finance function with direct influence on strategic decisions?

MacGregor Black are partnering with a fast-paced FMCG organisation on the search for a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). This is a permanent role based in London.

This is a high-profile and hands-on leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape financial insight and performance across a multi-division business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the FP&A function, driving insight-led financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across a complex organisation.
  • Act as a trusted business partner to commercial and operational leadership, influencing key decisions and driving value.
  • Deliver actionable analysis on trading performance, pricing, margin, and channel trends.
  • Own the production of monthly performance packs and Board reports, ensuring data accuracy and clear strategic commentary.
  • Continuously improve financial models and reporting tools to support business agility and growth.
  • Evaluate investment opportunities, pricing strategies, and market initiatives through rigorous financial analysis.
  • Lead, develop, and mentor a capable FP&A team to ensure high performance and progression.

What are we looking for?

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a strong background in FP&A within FMCG or distribution/wholesale environments.
  • Commercially savvy and confident working at pace, with the ability to challenge and support senior stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical skills, with advanced Excel capabilities; knowledge of BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau is an advantage.
  • Hands-on, proactive, and resilient — thrives in entrepreneurial, change-driven settings.
  • Experience building high-quality reporting frameworks and financial models.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Please contact Carl Maw for more information today.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Finance

  • Industries

    Manufacturing

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Posted: June 15th, 2025