Head of FP&A – Lead Financial Planning & Analysis

About the role

Are you an FP&A leader looking to take ownership of a high‑impact function within a complex, growing organisation? This newly created position will allow you to lead an established team, shape financial planning and modelling capability, and work closely with senior stakeholders to drive strategic decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long‑range planning processes across the business.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support scenario analysis and decision‑making.
• Provide clear, forward‑looking analysis to senior stakeholders, translating complex data into insight.
• Partner with operational leaders to challenge performance and support commercial outcomes.
• Oversee financial performance of long‑term revenue streams, including margin and cash‑flow analysis.
• Manage, mentor and develop a team of seven FP&A and business‑partnering professionals.
• Drive improvements in forecasting accuracy, reporting quality and FP&A processes.

Required profile

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong FP&A experience.
• Advanced financial‑modelling capability and strong Excel skills.
• Experience supporting long‑term or contract‑based revenue (advantageous).
• Proven track record of leading and developing teams and influencing senior leadership.

Required skills

• Excel
• Financial modelling

What we offer

• Company‑wide bonus scheme.
• Up to 12% matched pension contribution.
• Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days home).
• Salary dependent on experience (£95,000‑£105,000 per year).