Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

About the role

The Head of Financial Planning & Analysis is a key role for the future of this business. You will be leading the FP&A function, ensuring the organisation's financial health and supporting strategic decision-making.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning and business partnering function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, long‑term financial planning and financial sustainability.
• Develop and embed robust financial planning frameworks, performance management processes and financial modelling standards to support strategic decision‑making.
• Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to the CFO, Executive Team and other senior stakeholders.
• Lead the financial evaluation of major investments, business cases, partnerships, organisational change initiatives and commercial opportunities.
• Deliver high‑quality management information, financial analysis, forecasting and performance reporting to support governance and decision‑making.
• Build strong relationships with senior leaders, acting as a trusted strategic adviser on financial and resource planning matters.
• Lead, develop and inspire the Finance Business Partnering team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and professional development.
• Monitor financial, regulatory and sector developments, identifying risks, opportunities and actions to strengthen organisational performance.
• Deputise for the Chief Financial Officer when required.

Required profile

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Significant post‑qualification experience in financial planning, forecasting, FP&A, business partnering and management reporting within a complex organisation.
• Proven track record of providing strategic financial advice and influencing executive, board‑level and governance decisions.
• Experience of leading, developing and transforming high‑performing finance teams through change.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships across senior leadership teams and external partners.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for both financial and non‑financial audiences.
• Demonstrable experience of improving financial processes, reporting, planning and performance management frameworks.
• Strong strategic planning, analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Sound judgement, commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.
• Experience acting as a deputy to a CFO, Finance Director or equivalent senior finance leader is desirable.

What we offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement offering flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Supportive company culture with a focus on professional development.
• Permanent position within a medium‑sized organisation based on the outskirts of Milton Keynes.
• On‑site parking.