Exciting Opportunity: Education – Head of FP&A
We are currently working in partnership with a historic, high performing school based in South-West London, who have created a brand new Head of FP&A role within their Finance department!


They are ideally looking to hire on an initial 2 month rolling basis, with the view to possibly take someone on permanently in a few months’ time. The permanent salary is currently up to around £65,000, but for the temporary role they can be somewhat flexible (likely to be up to around £550 perday umbrella, depending on experience).


The role is full time, Monday – Friday and offers a couple of days per week working from home.


The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CIPFA or equivalent).


Duties will include – but are not limited to:
*Leading the month-end closure process to ensure accurate and timely management accounts
*Preparing monthly payroll cost reconciliations and full year pay forecasts
*Producing management accounts with detailed variance analysis and commentary
*Designing and developing reporting packs using modern financial tools and technology
*Monitoring and reporting on capital projects and large capex spend
*Managing the annual budgeting and forecasting process for designated budget holders
*Supporting the Finance Director in consolidating the school-wide budget and long-term financial forecasts
*Maintaining and updating cost centre approval workflows to reflect organisational changes
*Enhancing budget holders’ financial understanding through training and ongoing support
*Acting as the primary finance contact for assigned departments, providing financial guidance
*Undertaking financial analysis and reporting for strategic initiatives as required
*Supporting the Finance Director and senior leadership team with special projects
*Collaborating with other finance department members on financial accounting tasks
*Assisting with year-end processes and preparation of financial statements
*Responding to audit queries and preparing supporting documentation


Experience required:
*Qualified accountant – essential
*Proven experience in a senior FP&A role
*Strong technical skills in budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
*Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems and reporting tools
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*Ability to lead change and improve financial processes


Working hours:
*40 hours per week
*Monday – Friday
*Hybrid working – 2 days per week working from home


Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.


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