Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

For more than 40 years Unifree Duty Free provides excellent customer service, presenting a full range of carefully selected products and world-known brands within contemporary and stylish retail stores. We are proud to represent a global brand and provide a high level of customer service benchmarking a customer-oriented approach across our duty free shops in Istanbul, Dalaman, Kosovo Airports and Dereköy Border Gate. In cooperation with Gebr. Heineman Germany supported by more than 2,500 professional and experienced staff, we aim to exceed customer's expectations in the world's largest Duty-Free area of 56,000 square meters at Istanbul Airport. Exploring strategies for future development, we always prioritize a positive and healthy work environment encouraging appreciation, teamwork, collaboration and creativity. As the Unifree family, we encourage teamwork, collaboration and creative thinking and offer a work environment where all our colleagues will be proud to be a part of. If you dream about being a part of a young dynamic team and working in the engaging and rewarding multicultural environment at one of the largest airports in the world, we invite you to join the Unifree family. We are looking for an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and strategic finance activities. Reporting directly to the Senior Finance Director , this role will play a key part in supporting business growth through insightful financial analysis, business partnering, and strategic decision-making while leading a high-performing FP&A team. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Senior Finance Director and partner with the leadership team to support the company's short- and long-term financial objectives. Lead, coach, and develop the FP&A team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term business planning processes. Develop financial models, long-term forecasts, and strategic analyses to support business growth and decision-making. Monitor economic trends, inflation, market dynamics, and business performance to identify financial risks and opportunities. Review and challenge operational plans, budgets, forecasts, and financial projections to ensure business alignment and accuracy. Oversee the monthly management reporting process, ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful reporting for senior leadership. Prepare and present financial reporting packs, performance analyses, and business insights for group reporting purposes. Partner closely with business leaders to improve profitability and operational efficiency through financial analysis and recommendations. Establish, maintain, and continuously improve internal controls, financial policies, and governance processes in compliance with IFRS and company policies. Lead relationships with internal and external auditors and coordinate audit activities. Oversee business cases, investment analyses, and financial evaluations supporting strategic initiatives. Drive finance digitalization and transformation initiatives to improve reporting, automation, and financial processes. Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership, supporting key business decisions. Stay up to date with industry developments, accounting standards, and finance best practices while driving continuous improvement. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline (Master's degree and/or CPA, ACCA, CFA certifications are an advantage). Minimum 15 years of progressive finance experience , including Financial Planning & Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Management Reporting, and Audit. Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, preferably within the retail industry. Proven people management experience. Minimum 4 years of Big4 audit experience is preferred. Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and IFRS reporting. Experience preparing reporting packs for group reporting is preferred. Experience in long-term business planning. Experience leading finance transformation and digitalization initiatives. Hands-on experience with SAP FI is preferred. Experience working within a multinational organization is preferred. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. What We're Looking For Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound business judgment. Demonstrated ability to take ownership, drive initiatives, and deliver results. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Flexible, adaptable, and solution-oriented. Results-driven mindset with a continuous improvement approach.