We are currently retained by a PE Backed buy & build in the consumer space to recruit their FP&A Manager. Recently acquired and with revenues of circa €300mill and 700 sites globally, the business is looking at ambitious growth targets with strong runway to do so.
This role is Number 2 to the Finance Director with HQ based in Dusseldorf. This is a highly commercial role and there would be a requirement to be on site 4 days per week, with flex for 1 day from home.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Analysis
* Build and maintain robust financial models to support scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and business case development.
* Analyse regional performance data to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for operational improvement.
* Conduct in-depth variance analysis (actuals vs. budget vs. forecast) across revenue, costs, and margins, identifying key drivers and trends.
* Prepare ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.
Investment Proposals & Business Cases
* Build detailed business cases for envisaged M&A opportunities and growth investments incorporating DCF analysis, IRR, payback period, and scenario analysis to support decision-making.
* Work closely with commercial and operations teams to challenge assumptions and stress-test financial projections.
* Track and report on the post-investment performance of approved projects, comparing actuals against business case assumptions and highlighting variances.
Business Partnering
* Act as a trusted financial partner to regional business unit heads, commercial teams, and operational leaders.
* Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance audiences.
* Support during annual budgeting and rolling forecast process for the region, coordinating inputs and ensuring alignment with Group targets.
Reporting
* Own the regional management reporting pack, delivering accurate and insightful commentary on financial performance to senior stakeholders on a monthly and quarterly basis.
* Develop and maintain dashboards and KPI scorecards to provide real-time visibility into regional financial health.
* Consolidate regional data for submission to Group Finance, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to reporting deadlines.
* Continuously improve and automatise data sources and reporting processes and templates to enhance clarity and efficiency
About You
* Experience in Audit or Transaction Services /Deal Advisory OR;
* Practice trained with 2+ years of experience in an FP&A, Finance Business Partner, or similar analytical finance role.
* Experience working in a multi-entity finance structure, ideally multi-site.
* Proficiency in BI tools such as Power BI or similar.
* Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Hands-on approach with “Can-do”, solution-oriented attitude.
* Fluent in German and English.