Head of Financial Planning & Analysis role at dnata

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We’re En Route. We’re a welcoming bunch, with a down-to‑earth outlook that helps build lasting relationships with customers and colleagues alike.

As global specialists in passenger solutions, supply chain services and sourcing for airlines and airline caterers, we operate globally as part of dnata, one of the world’s largest combined air services providers.

En Route’s expertise is one of the many reasons why we’ve enjoyed more than 20 years as a global food solutions partner, with offices in the UK, USA, Australia and UAE.

Are you ready to become part of our story?

Created by En Route colleagues, our values sit at the very heart of our business.

• Birthday day off
• 25 days off a year
• Company bonus scheme
• Hybrid Working (3 days in office)
• Medical Insurance
• Referral Scheme
• Social Events
• Flexi Time

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company that continues to take market share. We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced and ambitious finance professional, who thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

Reporting directly to the FD, this role takes ownership of the FP&A function for the consolidation of all six international legal entities. You will be a key member of the senior management team and will also have exposure to Dnata Group Accounting, and play a pivotal role in driving the Group’s financial performance and growth targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for end to end budget process
• Maintenance of integrated three‑statement model and future forecasting (5‑year plan)
• Integral to the delivery of timely and accurate internal and Group consolidated reporting, including flash, MBR packs, board packs, mid‑term plans, forecasts, providing detailed variance analysis and commentary.
• Support commercial decision‑making, including business case review and ROI assessment.
• Reporting and implementation of functional KPIs across the business.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting and implement best practice FP&A processes including improving existing systems.
• Maximise systems and processes to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data inputs.
• Management of the cashflow forecasting process, providing the FD with monthly legal entity and consolidated cashflow reports.
• Business partner senior management team (especially sales and supply chain) to drive revenue growth and cost efficiency.
• FP&A experience – someone who knows what best practice looks like and can drive and implement change within the business.
• Extensive experience in financial analysis, modelling, reporting, and planning.
• Previous business partnering experience with senior stakeholders across sales and supply chain.
• Experience working with scale‑up or fast‑growing business is desirable.
• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, as well as proficiency in various financial software tools.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to provide insight into financial data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing teams.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Experience of being able to manage up and down within a challenging environment is crucial.

If you’re interested in applying for this role, please send a copy of your most recent CV to charlotte.walters@en-route.com.

Please no agencies.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Airlines and Aviation

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