Job Description

We are seeking a Strategic and highly experienced FP&A professional to lead Financial Planning, Analysis, for our largest Retail Client. This role will serve as a key advisor to the executive team, providing financial leadership, commercial insight, and operational guidance that drives business growth, profitability, and efficiency across Sales, Service, Parts, and F&I operations. Role Overview: The ideal candidate brings 12+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, with significant exposure to the retail sector, and a proven track record of leading high impact initiatives, building FP&A functions, and partnering with senior business leaders. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Financial Leadership : Lead the FP&A function across all dealerships, supporting strategic business planning and financial decision-making. Collaborate with the CFO and executive leadership on long-term financial planning, capital allocation, and growth initiatives. Drive strategic analysis for M&A, business expansion, new partnerships, and greenfield launches. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning : Oversee the development of annual budgets, monthly/quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans. Implement driver-based forecasting models and scenario planning for Sales, Service, Parts, and Finance & Insurance divisions. Align forecasts with sales targets, incentive programs, and market dynamics. Executive Reporting & Business Performance : Develop and present robust monthly and quarterly management reporting packs with commentary and variance analysis. Analyze profitability by brand, location, and department (Variable & Fixed Ops), and track KPIs such as absorption rate, inventory turnover, effective labor rate, and gross per unit. Benchmark performance using composite reports and drive continuous improvement. Data Analytics, Automation & Systems Leadership : Champion the use of analytics and automation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, advanced Excel) to streamline reporting and insights delivery. Ensure integration and consistency across DMS systems and financial platforms. Lead FP&A process transformation projects to enhance accuracy, speed, and agility of financial operations. Business Partnering & Commercial Insight : Provide commercial analysis to support pricing strategies, F&I profitability, inventory management, and service productivity. Evaluate ROI of marketing campaigns, customer loyalty programs, and digital retailing initiatives. Risk Management & Governance : Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies. Support external audits, internal controls, and compliance with financial reporting requirements. Maintain financial discipline in capital expenditure and working capital management. Qualification: Education: The ideal candidate will be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) . Experience: Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in FP&A, with at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role in the Retail / Last mile sector. Systems: Advanced Excel, financial modeling, Power BI/Tableau; experience with DMS platforms and ERP systems. Financial Acumen: Expertise in Retail financials, including variable/fixed operations, inventory costing, and absorption analysis. Required Skills: Strong leadership skills. High-level business acumen with the ability to influence strategic decisions. Exceptional analytical, presentation, and communication abilities. A proactive, hands-on mindset with a track record of driving financial excellence and operational improvement. Preferred Skills Multi-brand or group-level FP&A experience in a Retail / Last mile Segment. Experience in supporting transformation projects, digital tools implementation, or business turnarounds.