Interim Head of FP&A

Role: Interim Head of FP&A Location: Spain Day Rate: €500 - €850 Reference: CR1092 Finatal is currently partnered with a global manufacturing business seeking a high-calibre Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to join its finance function. This newly created position will play a critical role in driving strategic financial planning and enhancing decision-making across the organisation. The FP&A Manager will act as a key business partner, providing clear, data-driven insights to both internal and external stakeholders Key Responsibilities: Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the development and management of monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets. Deliver rolling forecasts based on historical performance, market trends, and strategic business objectives. Financial Analysis: Analyse financial performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Deliver insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic and operational decisions. Management Reporting: Produce high-quality, actionable financial reports and dashboards for executive leadership. Ensure clarity, accuracy, and timeliness in all reporting deliverables. Strategic Business Planning: Partner with business leaders to align financial planning with the company’s medium- to long-term strategic goals. Support investment decisions with robust financial modeling. Scenario Planning & Sensitivity Analysis: Model various financial scenarios to evaluate potential business outcomes and assess associated risks and opportunities. Business Partnering: Collaborate cross-functionally with departments including Commercial, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure cost control, resource optimisation, and financial alignment across the business. Technical Skills: Strong analytical and advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis. Proficient in management reporting and KPI development. Solid knowledge of investment control and capex/project monitoring. Familiarity with Spanish GAAP and international accounting standards (IFRS). Systems Experience: Working knowledge of major ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics AX, JD Edwards). Experience with reporting platforms and data warehousing systems. Language & Communication: Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organisation.

Location: Valencian Community, ES

Posted Date: 7/4/2025