FP&A Lead

About the Company

Our client is a well-established, globally recognised organisation with a strong presence across New Zealand and international markets.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Head of FP&A, you will lead the integrated business planning process and own one credible view of demand, supply, earnings and cash. This is a high visibility role that turns analysis into clear recommendations for regional and commercial leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Global Markets IBP, including the annual plan and monthly forecasts
• Explain performance against budget, forecast and prior year through commercial drivers
• Build auditable models covering volume, price, mix, FX, margin and cash
• Run scenarios, sensitivities and investment appraisals to support key decisions
• Quantify risks and opportunities, including credit, FX, freight and commodity exposure
• Challenge business cases and track delivery against agreed baselines
• Prepare concise analysis for the Head of FP&A, leadership and Board discussions
• Coach analysts and matrix contributors, and standardise FP&A models and processes

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in finance, accounting, economics or a related discipline
• CA, CPA, CFA or MBA desirable
• Significant FP&A, commercial finance, strategy or consulting experience
• Proven ownership of planning, forecasting or IBP across multiple markets
• Advanced integrated modelling across the P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
• Confident communicator who can influence senior leaders and coach others

What’s In It For You

This is a chance to sit at the centre of a global commercial business, with direct exposure to regional GMs, Finance Directors and senior leadership. You will own the planning rhythm and the analysis behind decisions that move earnings, cash and returns. For a finance professional ready to step up, the scope and visibility offer excellent career progression.

Follow the link to apply or for more information contact Katie Kelly on 021 418 585 or email ***email_hidden***