Interim FP&A Lead

About the role

Robert Half is supporting a leading clean energy business to find an Interim FP&A Lead. This commercial finance role will own budgeting, financial planning and business partnering during a period of transformation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the UK 2027 budgeting and forecasting process from start to finish.
• Review and validate financial information produced by the central finance function, ensuring accuracy and challenging where appropriate.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital across multiple entities.
• Oversee project CAPEX and OPEX, providing financial insight throughout the project lifecycle.
• Deliver meaningful financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision‑making.
• Work collaboratively with Group Finance functions, including accounting, tax, treasury and reporting.
• Support financial planning, forecasting and ongoing commercial performance analysis.

Required profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Experience in FP&A, finance business partnering or commercial finance.
• Strong understanding of CAPEX accounting, project finance and financial planning.
• Experience in infrastructure, engineering, construction or other capital‑intensive industries (advantageous).
• Ability to work autonomously as the sole finance representative within a business unit.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS.

Required skills

• IFRS
• CAPEX accounting
• Financial planning and forecasting
• Cash flow management
• Financial analysis and reporting

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate (Inside IR35).
• Fixed‑term contract of 3‑4 months.
• Hybrid working model – 2 days onsite in Gloucester.