Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Company: Venture Recruitment Partners
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Location: Southampton
Job Description:

A high‑growth consumer brand with an international footprint is seeking a highly commercial qualified professional to play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of its expansion as their Financial Planning and Analysis Manager. Operating across multiple channels—including wholesale, ecommerce, retail, and international markets—the business is scaling rapidly and investing in enhanced financial insight to support strategic decision‑making.

This newly created Financial Planning and Analysis Manager role offers the chance to take ownership of the financial planning framework, elevate business partnering, and drive commercial performance across a complex, fast‑moving organisation. The environment is dynamic, ambitious, and highly collaborative.

The Role

Reporting to the CFO, the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager will:

  • Lead and continuously refine the 3‑statement financial model.
  • Own the annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting cycles.
  • Build strong relationships with functional leaders, driving accountability and visibility across markets and channels.
  • Analyse performance, highlight variances, and support corrective action planning.
  • Translate financial insights into clear commercial actions to improve margins, working capital, and operational efficiency.
  • Enhance monthly reporting quality, including senior leadership and board‑level outputs.
  • Leverage Power BI and ERP data to deliver actionable insight.
  • Support with ad‑hoc analysis and strategic projects.

About You

  • Proven FP&A experience within a multi‑channel consumer, retail, or similar environment.
  • Strong analytical and modelling capability with commercial focus.
  • A proactive, curious mindset and confidence to challenge assumptions.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build credibility across the business.
  • A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong MS Office proficiency.

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a high‑performing finance team with genuine influence over business direction. The role offers visibility, variety, and the chance to shape financial processes in a brand‑led, fast‑growth environment with strong values and a supportive culture.

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Posted: March 22nd, 2026