Head of Financial Planning and Analysis
This is a highly strategic role that requires strong analytical skills, business acumen, and leadership experience. As the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, you will be responsible for developing and implementing financial models, conducting scenario planning, and providing insights to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and maintain robust financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
* Conduct valuation analysis (DCF, comparables, transaction-based) to support investment or M&A decisions.
* Run scenario and sensitivity analysis to evaluate risks and opportunities under different business conditions.
* Provide insight-driven recommendations to support business decisions, performance improvement, and value creation.
* Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence, curiosity, and accountability.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Minimum 5+ years' experience in a senior FP&A, commercial finance, or financial modelling role—ideally within a fast-paced, complex, or private equity-backed environment.
* Strong academic background, with a degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field; a professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) is highly desirable.
* Proven expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and strategic analysis.
* Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in financial modelling tools; experience with BI/data tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) a strong plus.
* Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and commercial acumen.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills—able to convey complex financial information with clarity and impact to non-finance stakeholders.
What We Offer:
* The opportunity to play a key strategic role in a high-growth, PE-backed business.
* Direct exposure to executive leadership and investor stakeholders.
* A collaborative, high-performance culture that values insight, impact, and initiative.