Speed. Scale. Simplification.

This is our philosophy. This is our momentum. This is your opportunity.

At APCOA, we are not just managing parking spaces – we’re pioneering the future of urban mobility and smart city solutions. With a presence in 12 countries, over 12,000 locations, and more than 50 years of operational leadership, we are Europe’s largest parking and mobility services provider.

And now, we’re entering a bold new chapter.

With the launch of our newly formed Group HQ in West London, we are transforming from a collection of high-performing local business units into a truly enterprise-led, future-fit organisation — one that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while unlocking the power of scale.

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.