Communicate Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Norwich, Norfolk
Our client is a globally recognized FMCG business based in Norwich - 12 month maternity cover Role Purpose This is a high-impact FP&A Manager role, reporting directly to the Group Head of FP&A, the role will play a central part in standardising reporting, building scalable financial models, automating processes, and delivering timely, decision-ready insights to senior leadership. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) who can balance hands-on monthly delivery with longer-term architecture of FP&A processes, models, and dashboards. The role suits someone with experience in subscriber-driven, B2C, or TMT-style business models, and who is confident working in a complex, multi-entity international environment. Key Responsibilities Reporting & Pack Harmonisation Design and standardise Group and Business Unit reporting packs covering financial and non-financial KPIs Document data sources, assumptions, filters, ownership, and governance standards Establish a consistent monthly FP&A cadence: data collection pack build review distribution Embed subscriber-based metrics (e.g. acquisition cost, ARPU, retention, churn, lifetime value) into FP&A frameworks Financial Modelling & Analysis Monthly P&L and integrated 3-statement models (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) Rolling forecasts, budget vs. actuals, and scenario planning Ad-hoc commercial and strategic business cases (ROI, payback, what-if analysis) Collaborate closely with strategic finance, FP&A colleagues, and business stakeholders to validate assumptions Data Visualisation & Dashboards Develop interactive, self-service dashboards (Power BI or equivalent) Produce clear executive-level visuals (waterfalls, trends, variance analysis) highlighting key insights Systems Design & Automation Partner with data and BI teams to enable real-time management information Translate FP&A requirements into system specifications (ERP / FP&A tools such as Unit4 or similar) Automate manual data processes using Power Query, macros, or ETL tools Prototype dashboards consolidating GL and sub-ledger data into a single source of truth Governance & Controls Implement quarterly FP&A "housekeeping" processes (version control, archiving, folder structures) Maintain robust model versioning and change logs Support definition of RACI ownership for master data management Stakeholder Collaboration Act as FP&A point of contact for Group functions (Sales, Marketing, Commercial, IT, etc.) and senior leadership Partner with Finance Business Partners by providing analysis, models, and insights Facilitate regular FP&A alignment sessions to manage priorities and escalate issues Ad-hoc & Project Work Provide additional capacity during peak month-end and planning cycles Lead quick-win automation and reporting improvement initiatives Support M&A and corporate finance projects as required
Our client is a globally recognized FMCG business based in Norwich - 12 month maternity cover Role Purpose This is a high-impact FP&A Manager role, reporting directly to the Group Head of FP&A, the role will play a central part in standardising reporting, building scalable financial models, automating processes, and delivering timely, decision-ready insights to senior leadership. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) who can balance hands-on monthly delivery with longer-term architecture of FP&A processes, models, and dashboards. The role suits someone with experience in subscriber-driven, B2C, or TMT-style business models, and who is confident working in a complex, multi-entity international environment. Key Responsibilities Reporting & Pack Harmonisation Design and standardise Group and Business Unit reporting packs covering financial and non-financial KPIs Document data sources, assumptions, filters, ownership, and governance standards Establish a consistent monthly FP&A cadence: data collection pack build review distribution Embed subscriber-based metrics (e.g. acquisition cost, ARPU, retention, churn, lifetime value) into FP&A frameworks Financial Modelling & Analysis Monthly P&L and integrated 3-statement models (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) Rolling forecasts, budget vs. actuals, and scenario planning Ad-hoc commercial and strategic business cases (ROI, payback, what-if analysis) Collaborate closely with strategic finance, FP&A colleagues, and business stakeholders to validate assumptions Data Visualisation & Dashboards Develop interactive, self-service dashboards (Power BI or equivalent) Produce clear executive-level visuals (waterfalls, trends, variance analysis) highlighting key insights Systems Design & Automation Partner with data and BI teams to enable real-time management information Translate FP&A requirements into system specifications (ERP / FP&A tools such as Unit4 or similar) Automate manual data processes using Power Query, macros, or ETL tools Prototype dashboards consolidating GL and sub-ledger data into a single source of truth Governance & Controls Implement quarterly FP&A "housekeeping" processes (version control, archiving, folder structures) Maintain robust model versioning and change logs Support definition of RACI ownership for master data management Stakeholder Collaboration Act as FP&A point of contact for Group functions (Sales, Marketing, Commercial, IT, etc.) and senior leadership Partner with Finance Business Partners by providing analysis, models, and insights Facilitate regular FP&A alignment sessions to manage priorities and escalate issues Ad-hoc & Project Work Provide additional capacity during peak month-end and planning cycles Lead quick-win automation and reporting improvement initiatives Support M&A and corporate finance projects as required
Communicate Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Programme Director - Workday Finance Transformation My client, a Global Insurance Group, is looking to hire a Programme Director to provide executive leadership for the delivery of large-scale Workday Financial Management transformation, with a particular focus on Billing and Order-to-Cash processes. This role is accountable for shaping and delivering a complex Workday Finance programme and must be performed by someone with proven, prior experience leading Workday Finance transformation programmes. The Programme Director will operate as the senior authority across Finance, Technology, and delivery partners, ensuring the solution delivers compliant, scalable, and value-driven outcomes. Outside IR35 - circa £1250. For further details, please apply using the link. 12-18 month assignment. Key Responsibilities Programme Strategy & Leadership Define and own the end-to-end Workday Finance transformation strategy, delivery roadmap, and operating model Act as the single point of accountability for programme scope, budget, timeline, and outcomes Lead and direct multiple workstreams across Finance, IT, and third-party partners Workday Financial Management & Billing Oversight Provide executive oversight of Workday Financial Management, including core accounting, procure-to-pay, billing, order-to-cash, assets, and financial reporting Lead the transformation of Billing and invoicing processes, including pricing structures, customer contracts, revenue inputs, and integrations with upstream systems Ensure billing and revenue-related processes align with accounting standards (e.g. IFRS/GAAP), internal controls, and audit requirements Oversee solution design decisions relating to billing complexity, volume, and automation to ensure scalability and compliance Governance & Executive Engagement Establish and chair programme governance forums, including Steering Committee and executive boards Engage CFOs, Finance Directors, Controllers, and senior business stakeholders to drive timely decision-making Own executive-level risk, issue, and dependency management, ensuring transparency and control Partner & Vendor Management Lead and manage Workday system integrators and billing-related delivery partners Hold partners accountable for delivery quality, adherence to Workday best practice, and commercial outcomes Act as senior escalation point for delivery, resourcing, or performance issues Change, Adoption & Value Realisation Sponsor change management and adoption strategies across Finance teams impacted by billing and finance process change Ensure data migration, testing (including billing scenarios), cutover, and go-live readiness meet enterprise standards Oversee post-go-live stabilisation and ensure billing and finance processes operate effectively in BAU Scope & Complexity Enterprise-scale Workday Financial Management transformation Complex billing environments (e.g. high-volume invoicing, multiple entities, currencies, or customer models) Significant change to Finance operating model, controls, and reporting Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Programme Director or Senior Programme Lead on at least one Workday Finance transformation programme Deep hands-on leadership experience with Workday Financial Management, including Billing and Order-to-Cash Demonstrable track record delivering complex ERP programmes in large or global organisations Strong understanding of finance operations, billing models, and revenue-related controls Exceptional executive stakeholder management and governance capability Experience of multi-country or global Workday Finance rollouts Experience with complex billing models (e.g. subscriptions, usage-based, or high-volume invoicing) Background in Finance leadership, ERP strategy, or large-scale business transformation
Programme Director - Workday Finance Transformation My client, a Global Insurance Group, is looking to hire a Programme Director to provide executive leadership for the delivery of large-scale Workday Financial Management transformation, with a particular focus on Billing and Order-to-Cash processes. This role is accountable for shaping and delivering a complex Workday Finance programme and must be performed by someone with proven, prior experience leading Workday Finance transformation programmes. The Programme Director will operate as the senior authority across Finance, Technology, and delivery partners, ensuring the solution delivers compliant, scalable, and value-driven outcomes. Outside IR35 - circa £1250. For further details, please apply using the link. 12-18 month assignment. Key Responsibilities Programme Strategy & Leadership Define and own the end-to-end Workday Finance transformation strategy, delivery roadmap, and operating model Act as the single point of accountability for programme scope, budget, timeline, and outcomes Lead and direct multiple workstreams across Finance, IT, and third-party partners Workday Financial Management & Billing Oversight Provide executive oversight of Workday Financial Management, including core accounting, procure-to-pay, billing, order-to-cash, assets, and financial reporting Lead the transformation of Billing and invoicing processes, including pricing structures, customer contracts, revenue inputs, and integrations with upstream systems Ensure billing and revenue-related processes align with accounting standards (e.g. IFRS/GAAP), internal controls, and audit requirements Oversee solution design decisions relating to billing complexity, volume, and automation to ensure scalability and compliance Governance & Executive Engagement Establish and chair programme governance forums, including Steering Committee and executive boards Engage CFOs, Finance Directors, Controllers, and senior business stakeholders to drive timely decision-making Own executive-level risk, issue, and dependency management, ensuring transparency and control Partner & Vendor Management Lead and manage Workday system integrators and billing-related delivery partners Hold partners accountable for delivery quality, adherence to Workday best practice, and commercial outcomes Act as senior escalation point for delivery, resourcing, or performance issues Change, Adoption & Value Realisation Sponsor change management and adoption strategies across Finance teams impacted by billing and finance process change Ensure data migration, testing (including billing scenarios), cutover, and go-live readiness meet enterprise standards Oversee post-go-live stabilisation and ensure billing and finance processes operate effectively in BAU Scope & Complexity Enterprise-scale Workday Financial Management transformation Complex billing environments (e.g. high-volume invoicing, multiple entities, currencies, or customer models) Significant change to Finance operating model, controls, and reporting Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Programme Director or Senior Programme Lead on at least one Workday Finance transformation programme Deep hands-on leadership experience with Workday Financial Management, including Billing and Order-to-Cash Demonstrable track record delivering complex ERP programmes in large or global organisations Strong understanding of finance operations, billing models, and revenue-related controls Exceptional executive stakeholder management and governance capability Experience of multi-country or global Workday Finance rollouts Experience with complex billing models (e.g. subscriptions, usage-based, or high-volume invoicing) Background in Finance leadership, ERP strategy, or large-scale business transformation