Head of FP&A

At Dean Group, we reimagine hospitality with character, not conformity. Founded in Dublin and now growing across Europe and the US, we create hotels shaped by personality, culture, and a heart-led hustle.

Each of our hotels, restaurants, bars and gyms tells its own story, brought to life through humble hospitality and genuine human connection. Our people are at the centre of it all. They show up with individuality, warmth and curiosity, shaping who we are and how guests experience our hotels every day.

We welcome fresh thinking and imagination, because playing it safe never made anything unforgettable. We're currently seeking a Head of FP&A to join the team at Dean Group. If you have experience in FP&A and strategic finance we would love to hear from you!

Location

Dublin or London

Key Areas

• Financial Planning, Forecasting, and Group Reporting
• Budgeting & Performance Management
• Strategic Finance & Business Partnering
• Data Analytics & Financial Modelling
• Commercial Insights & Decision Support
• Long-Term Planning & Investment Analysis
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Financial Reporting & Governance

Job Purpose

The Head of FP&A leads the financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-support function across the organisation with the support of a Commercial Finance Manager. This role drives the company's budgeting, long-range planning, and forecasting processes. Acting as a senior strategic partner to the CFO and the leadership team, the Head of FP&A provides robust insights, analytical frameworks, and financial models to support business growth, profitability, investment decisions, and long-term value creation. This role also ensures data-led decision-making and high-quality reporting across the group.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the Group annual budgeting process and reforecasting cycles
• Ensure forecasts are accurate, realistic, and aligned with business strategy
• Develop financial scenarios, sensitivity analyses, and performance projections

Budgeting & Performance Management

• Build and maintain a structured performance management framework
• Track monthly results against budget, forecast, and prior year
• Identify variances, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations
• Partner with operational leaders to drive accountability and financial awareness

Strategic Finance & Business Partnering

• Act as a key advisor to the CFO, C-suite, and senior leadership on strategic objectives
• Support business cases for new ventures, expansion, and strategic projects
• Provide financial support on investment decisions, ROI assessments, and due diligence
• Partner cross-functionally to align financial goals and operational strategy

Data & Financial Modelling

• Build and maintain advanced financial models to support analytics and forecasting
• Improve data accuracy and reporting structures to enhance financial transparency
• Oversee the adoption of financial planning tools and technology advancements

Commercial Insights & Decision Support

• Provide commercial insights on pricing, revenue opportunities and cost efficiencies
• Analyse trends, key financial drivers, and business performance indicators.
• Deliver high-quality financial insights that support strategic and operational decisions.

Long-Term Planning & Investment Analysis

• Lead long-range planning to forecast business growth and capital requirements
• Evaluate capital allocation strategies and optimise financial resources
• Support CAPEX planning, cashflow forecasting, and financial sustainability modelling

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate deliverables and objectives across the finance team to ensure alignment
• Work closely with the non-finance teams to ensure financial alignment
• Provide coaching and financial training to senior managers to strengthen capabilities

Financial Reporting & Governance

• Oversee timely, accurate, and insightful internal reporting for all stakeholders
• Ensure financial governance, compliance, and adherence to internal controls
• Contribute to risk assessments and ensure mitigation strategies are financially robust

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Relevant finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) a necessity
• 8+ years' experience in FP&A, strategic finance or similar roles
• Experience in international multi-site, hospitality, retail, or service-focused industries
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills with advanced Excel/FP&A capabilities
• Proven experience presenting to senior leadership and influencing strategic decisions
• Deep understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and business partnering skills
• Ability to manage complex projects, tight deadlines, and multiple priorities
• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to translate data into meaningful insights
• A strategic thinker with strong business acumen and focus on long-term value creation

Benefits:

• Global discounted staff room rates across the group
• Eligible for a bonus
• 50% off Food and 25% Beverage across the group
• Increased Annual Leave with Service
• Friends and Family discount
• Gym Membership Discounts*
• Continual training and development
• Career progression within the Group
• Gratuities *
• Meals on shift (Monday - Wednesday)
• Bike to work scheme
• Taxsaver for travel
• Refer a friend scheme
• Wellness at work events and access to wellness platform
• Employment Assistance Programme
• Group discounts for cinema tickets, shopping deals etc
• Team appreciation days
• Service recognition
• Regular fun-filled activities and gatherings for all teams across the group
• Applicable to certain positions

Dean Group owns and operates a number of hotel across Ireland, in certain instances we may feel your skills and experience may suit another role we have available. By submitting your application, you are permitting Dean Group to contact you for other opportunities within the Group

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