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The Head of FP&A will be responsible for overseeing the financial planning and analysis function, ensuring the company's financial performance is accurately measured and reported.
Client Details
A dynamic, fast-growing organization, committed to delivering exceptional results. As they continue to scale, they are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Head of FP&A to join their team and drive financial excellence across the business. This key leadership role will focus on business partnering, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, playing an integral part in supporting their strategic goals.
Description
Business Partnering:
- Work closely with senior leadership and department heads to provide financial insights and guidance on key business decisions.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to business units, providing financial expertise to improve operational and strategic outcomes.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure financial goals are aligned with overall business objectives.
- Provide insights and recommendations to optimize business performance and profitability.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Lead the annual budgeting process, working with department heads to develop comprehensive, realistic, and aligned budgets.
- Develop and maintain rolling forecasts to predict financial performance and help the business adjust to changing market conditions.
- Manage quarterly and annual forecasting processes, ensuring timely, accurate updates to the financial outlook.
Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation and delivery of timely, accurate, and insightful financial reports to senior leadership, stakeholders, and the board of directors.
- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and report on financial health, operational efficiency, and strategic initiatives.
- Present financial data in a clear, concise manner to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
Profile
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in business partnering, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting tools, and financial analysis techniques.
- Experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive business performance.
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial systems (e.g., SAP, Hyperion, or similar) is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
Job Offer
This role is ideal for a seasoned finance professional who is passionate about driving business success through strategic financial insights and operational excellence. If you're looking to take the next step in your career and have a real impact on an organization's financial future, we encourage you to apply.
