FP&A Manager | retailing

A Hong Kong–listed retail group with global presence is looking for a Group FP&A Manager / Senior FP&A Manager to lead budgeting & forecasting, drive consolidated performance analysis across markets, and provide strategic insights to senior leadership. Candidates with retailing / FMCG background are required.

Job Summary

The Group FP&A Manager will play a key role in driving financial planning, performance management, and strategic insights for a diversified retail group. This position partners closely with global business units to deliver accurate forecasting, insightful analysis, and data‑driven recommendations to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the group‑wide budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term planning cycles.
• Consolidate multi‑market submissions and ensure alignment with corporate strategy.
• Maintain and enhance financial planning models to support strategic decision‑making.

Performance Management & Analysis

• Deliver monthly/quarterly performance reviews with clear insights on P&L, KPIs, variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide actionable recommendations to senior management on cost efficiency, profitability, and business performance.
• Support key business units on financial governance, scenario planning, and investment evaluation.

Management Reporting

• Prepare and refine Group management reporting packs, dashboards, and analytical tools.
• Strengthen reporting effectiveness through automation, data standardisation, and improved visibility.

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with global and regional heads across Retail, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Operations.
• Translate complex financial data into clear, strategic insights for non‑finance stakeholders.

Process & System Enhancement

• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes and reporting quality.
• Support digital transformation initiatives (e.g., BI tools, forecasting systems, workflow optimisation).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related disciplines; CPA / CFA is an advantage.
• 7–10+ years of relevant FP&A experience; experience in retail / FMCG / consumer goods preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset with proven experience in financial modelling, forecasting, and P&L analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills with regional/global exposure.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial systems, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced, matrix organisation.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and able to operate independently.
• Candidates with stronger experience may be considered for Senior FP&A Manager.