Head of FP&A

About the role

Harper May Ltd is seeking a Head of FP&A to lead its planning and analysis function. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will own budgeting, forecasting, reporting and commercial decision support across the business, turning operational drivers into forward‑looking insight.

Key responsibilities

• Own the annual budget, re‑forecasts and long‑range planning process.
• Lead monthly performance reporting and senior‑leadership analysis.
• Build driver‑based models that link operational activity to financial outcomes.
• Partner with business leaders on commercial and investment decisions.
• Strengthen forecasting accuracy, governance and cash‑flow visibility.
• Drive improvement and automation across finance processes and systems.

Required profile

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong FP&A experience.
• Proven track record of building or running a planning and analysis function.
• Excellent financial modelling and commercial‑analysis capabilities.
• Confidence in partnering with and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Genuine appetite for process improvement and systems optimisation.

Required skills

• Financial modelling
• Commercial analysis

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of £80,000‑£110,000 per year.
• Opportunity to shape finance strategy in a growing UK business.
• Collaborative environment with senior leadership exposure.