Exciting Opportunity: Education – Head of FP&A
Our client, a well know educational body based in Southwest London are currently recruiting for a newly created vacancy for a Head of FP&A!
The position is due to start as soon as possible on an interim eight-week vacancy with the view to move onto a permanent contract after this period. The role is a full time, Monday – Friday and they are offering a day rate in line with £64,783 per annum.
Please note the successful candidate will be ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA/ CIPFA qualified or any relevant accounting qualification.
Duties will include – but are not limited to:
*Lead the month-end closure process to ensure accurate and timely management accounts
*Prepare monthly payroll cost reconciliations and full year pay forecasts
*Produce management accounts with detailed variance analysis and commentary
*Design and develop reporting packs using modern financial tools and technology
*Monitor and report on capital projects and large capex spend
*Manage the annual budgeting and forecasting process for designated budget holders
*Support the Finance Director in consolidating the school-wide budget and long-term financial forecasts
*Maintain and update cost centre approval workflows to reflect organisational changes.
*Enhance budget holders’ financial understanding through training and ongoing support
*Act as the primary finance contact for assigned departments, providing financial guidance
*Undertake financial analysis and reporting for strategic initiatives as required.
*Support the Finance Director and senior leadership team with special projects and requests
*Collaborate with other finance department members on financial accounting tasks as needed.
*Assist with year-end processes and preparation of financial statements.
*Respond to audit queries and prepare supporting documentation
Experience required:
*Qualified accountant – Essential
*Proven experience in a senior FP&A role, ideally within an education or public sector setting.
*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 on site per week
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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