Head of FPA

Head of FP&A Brighton, hybrid Full time, permanent At MPB, we’re transforming the way people buy, sell and trade used photography and videography equipment. As the world’s largest platform for used camera gear, we’re making kit more accessible and sustainable for creators around the world. We’re excited to be looking for a Head of FP&A to join our Finance team in Brighton. This is a key leadership role within MPB, responsible for leading our financial planning, forecasting, strategic analysis and performance insight capability. Reporting directly to the VP, Finance, you'll play a critical role in shaping business decisions through commercially grounded analysis, forward-looking planning and clear financial insight. You'll work closely with senior leaders across the business, helping to connect operational performance with financial outcomes while ensuring MPB has the information, frameworks and strategic guidance needed to support sustainable growth. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with execution, building high-performing teams, challenging assumptions and translating complex analysis into meaningful business outcomes. What you'll be doing As Head of FP&A, you'll lead the development of MPB's planning, forecasting and strategic modelling capabilities, helping the business make informed decisions about growth, investment and performance. You'll partner closely with the VP, Finance, Head of Finance and senior stakeholders across the organisation to provide insight, challenge and financial leadership across a broad range of commercial and operational decisions. You'll also: Lead MPB's budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes Develop planning methodologies, financial models and scenario frameworks that support effective decision-making Challenge assumptions and forecasts using commercial insight, operational understanding and market context Evaluate strategic initiatives, investments and business opportunities through financial modelling and analysis Partner with senior stakeholders across Commercial, Operations, Product, Technology, Data and People teams Support Board reporting, investor materials and strategic planning activities with clear financial narrative and insight Build strong accountability and ownership across planning and forecasting processes Lead, coach and develop the FP&A team, creating a culture focused on insight, curiosity and continuous improvement Drive the adoption of AI-enabled and automation-led approaches across planning, reporting and analysis Improve planning processes, systems and tools to increase scalability, efficiency and accuracy Support enterprise-wide prioritisation and capital allocation decisions through structured financial evaluation and scenario analysis Help build a more insight-led organisation where decisions are increasingly driven by data, commercial understanding and measurable outcomes What we're looking for You're a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in fast-moving, high-growth environments and enjoys helping businesses make better decisions. You're comfortable moving between strategic discussions and hands-on analysis, balancing long-term thinking with practical delivery. You build credibility through insight, collaboration and your ability to communicate complex financial information in a way that is clear and actionable. You'll bring: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification Significant experience in FP&A, Commercial Finance or Strategic Finance leadership roles Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes within complex organisations Strong financial modelling and scenario planning capability Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders through data-driven insight Strong commercial acumen and the ability to connect operational drivers to financial performance Experience translating complex financial information into clear recommendations and actions Experience working with ERP, planning and business intelligence platforms Advanced Excel skills A strong interest in automation, AI-enabled ways of working and process improvement Excellent communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills It would also be great if you have: Experience within eCommerce, marketplace, retail or inventory-led businesses Experience supporting fundraising, investor reporting or strategic financing activities Experience operating within multi-entity, multi-currency organisations Exposure to international growth and scaling businesses Experience implementing planning transformation, automation or AI initiatives Why MPB? We work hard to create a culture where people feel supported, empowered and inspired to grow. Our values shape how we work together every day: Better connected – We work collaboratively and embrace diversity, creating a safe space for all Passionately ambitious – We strive to improve, encouraging creativity and honesty Agents of change – We innovate, promote sustainability and inspire development Empowering and empowered – We encourage ownership, accountability and initiative Focused on excellence – We aim high and work smart Insight driven – We use data and learning to continuously improve About MPB MPB is the world’s leading platform for used photography and videography equipment. Trusted by hundreds of thousands of visual storytellers worldwide, we make it easy to buy, sell and trade used camera gear while helping to extend the life of equipment and reduce waste.