FP&A Commercial Manager – Pinner, £75,000. Office based
I'm proud to be exclusively representing an already established and incredible hospitality group that is looking to grow even more over the next years. They are looking for a dynamic FP&A Commercial Manager to join a thriving business. This role is perfect for a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a passion for driving business performance. You'll play a key part in financial planning, forecasting, and decision-making, partnering closely with operations and leadership to maximize profitability and efficiency
Key Responsibilities
Commercial FP&A Leadership
* Partner with the commercial and operational teams to drive profitability across multiple brands and locations.
* Lead the development of advanced financial models to evaluate business scenarios and inform decision-making.
* Provide strategic support on pricing, revenue optimisation, and investment appraisal to ensure commercial goals are achieved.
* Prepare monthly business review packs and present insights at MD/Head of Finance meetings, translating complex data into actionable recommendations.
* Conduct in-depth variance analysis, identifying risks and opportunities that influence performance.
Performance Reporting & Insights
* Develop and refine KPIs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and providing clarity to drive operational and commercial improvements.
* Deliver clear, concise management information reports to empower stakeholders across the business.
* Identify opportunities to increase operational efficiency and enhance profitability through data-driven recommendations.
Budgeting & Forecasting
* Lead the preparation and review of annual budgets, forecasts, and reforecasts, ensuring alignment with long-term business strategy.
* Ensure financial models and forecasts reflect real-time data and strategic initiatives.
* Support working capital management, including accurate forecasting and promoting improvements in billing and debt ledger management.
Commercial Contract Oversight
* Provide financial oversight for contract amendments, pricing strategies, and service pricing.
* Evaluate the financial implications of volumetric and contractual mechanisms, mitigating risks and maximizing opportunities.
Investment Analysis
* Critically appraise capital investment opportunities, ensuring alignment with business strategy and financial viability.
* Monitor and challenge post-investment performance to ensure return-on-investment objectives are met.
Key Requirements
* Proven experience in a Commercial FP&A role with a strong focus on strategic business partners.
* Expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting within a multi-brand or retail environment.
* Demonstrable success in delivering insights that drive profitability and operational efficiency.
* A proactive approach to solving complex problems and driving process improvements.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
* While professional qualifications (e.g., CIMA/ACCA/ACA) are not essential, equivalent experience is required.
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