Director of Group FP&A – APCOA Group HQ

Location: Uxbridge, UK (on-site, 5 days per week initially)

Department: Finance

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

The Director of Group FP&A is a critical leadership position overseeing all financial planning, analysis, and control functions across our multinational operations. You will lead a team responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis, providing strategic insights to senior management to drive performance and informed decision-making.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning & Reporting

Lead the annual budgeting process across all countries and business units

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles for internal stakeholders and external investors

Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support strategic initiatives

Drive continuous improvement in reporting methodologies and systems

Ensure compliance with bond holder reporting requirements and financial covenants

Business Partnership

Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the executive team

Analyse financial performance and provide insights on variances and trends

Support strategic decision-making through robust financial analysis

Collaborate with country finance teams to ensure consistency in financial practices

Systems & Process Optimization

Lead the optimization of our financial systems environment (Business Central, Navision)

Drive standardization and automation of financial processes across the group

Implement best practices in financial planning and analysis

Develop and enhance financial dashboards using Power BI

Team Leadership

Build and develop a high-performing multinational FPA team

Provide mentorship and career development opportunities

Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Essential

10-15 years of progressive finance experience

Minimum 7-8 years in a senior FPA role in a multinational company or as head of FPA in a smaller organization, preferably in a B2C environment

Strong proficiency in Business Central and advanced Excel modelling skills

Experience with Power BI and financial reporting systems

Deep understanding of budgeting processes, variance analysis, and financial forecasting

Experience in reporting to bond holders or within listed companies

Exceptional attention to detail

Willingness to travel as required

Highly Desirable

Experience with Tagetik (SAP BPC and Salesforce exposure beneficial)

Background in auditing or transaction advisory services with a Big Four firm

Experience working in portfolio companies of private equity or infrastructure funds

German language skills

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Personal Attributes

Hands-on, practical approach – a true "doer" willing to roll up sleeves when needed

Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex financial information

Proven team leadership and development skills

Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities

Resilience and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to the highest standards of accuracy and integrity

At APCOA, we see beyond the parking space. We see a world where mobility is intelligent, sustainable, and seamlessly integrated into daily life.

Our new Group HQ is more than a physical space — it’s the heartbeat of a new enterprise, where high-impact leaders shape the future.

If you’re ready to apply your expertise to meaningful challenges and help transform an industry —

join APCOA Group HQ. Let’s build what’s next.

APCOA Group HQ is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.