Job Description

GVA Search is proud to be partnering a dynamic, fast-growing international FMCG company in Hampshire who is seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Senior Business Performance Manager to drive performance across a diverse portfolio of international markets. This role is integral to the International Markets (IM) finance team, focusing on delivering high-quality financial analysis, business insights, and value creation. You will lead the FP&A function and spearhead the development of Business Intelligence systems to support strategic decision-making across multiple markets.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Develop and lead the implementation of performance management processes and tools to drive insight and value creation across the IM group.
• Oversee and develop the FP&A and Business Performance Management functions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead in driving analytics for the group, utilising both internal and external data to deliver actionable insights.
• Develop and embed a high-quality Business Performance Management process and toolkit which seeks to drive business performance through insight delivery. Identifying and tracking critical milestones, metrics, and initiatives using dashboards and KPIs.
• Own the monthly internal communication of IM performance to ensure all IM employees understand performance.
• Manage consolidated financial reporting and planning, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Working Capital, minimizing financial surprises.
• Lead the adoption of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and other BI tools to enhance analytical capabilities and drive performance.
• Clear communication and presentation of financial analysis to HoF and FD, using data to tell the story, with clear cut through to drive action.
• Embrace the super-user role for SAC, leading system improvements, user capabilities, driving its adoption and value-add across IM.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 5+ years post-qualification experience, ideally in FMCG or Big 4. Proven experience in financial reporting, analysis, and performance management within a global, multi-market environment. You will have strong analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into actionable insights. The successful candidate will be proficient in Excel and ERP systems, with a preference for SAP, SAP BI, and Power BI. You will have a collaborative mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and work across different cultures.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to make a real impact within an international business, driving performance and enabling growth across both mature and developing markets.