Full job descriptionReed Finance are delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded organisation to recruit a Head of FP&A.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified finance leader to join a complex and evolving organisation at a pivotal stage in its development. Leading a commercial finance team and reporting directly to the Board, you will play a key strategic role in shaping financial planning, forecasting, business partnering, and performance management capabilities.
Duties Include:
*Leading the development and continuous improvement of the organisation’s financial planning framework, including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial projections.
*Establishing organisation-wide planning methodologies, financial modelling standards, and performance management frameworks.
*Providing strategic oversight of management information and financial performance reporting.
*Leading the financial evaluation of major investments, growth initiatives, partnerships, and commercial opportunities.
*Developing and maintaining complex financial models including scenario planning, investment appraisals, and sustainability assessments.
*Supporting the continued development of forecasting, planning, and reporting capabilities across the organisation.
*Providing expert financial challenge, support, and guidance to senior stakeholders.
*Preparing and presenting reports, business cases, financial models, and strategic analyses for executive and governance forums.
*Translating complex financial information into clear recommendations for both finance and non-finance audiences.
*Leading, coaching, and developing the Finance Business Partnering team.
*Building strong relationships with senior leaders across multiple business functions.
*Supporting strategic resource allocation and organisational decision-making.
*Leading forecasting and financial sustainability assessments.
*Driving continuous improvement across financial planning and business partnering activities.
Requirements:
*Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
*Significant experience leading financial planning, forecasting, FP&A, or business partnering functions within a complex organisation.
*Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing finance teams.
*Strong experience producing management reporting and financial insight for senior stakeholders.
*Advanced financial modelling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
*Demonstrable experience supporting strategic decision-making at Executive, Board, or Committee level.
*Strong commercial acumen and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery.
*Experience driving process improvements and enhancing financial planning capabilities.
The Business:
Our client is a highly respected organisation with a strong reputation for delivering excellence within its sector. With an ambitious vision for the future, they are seeking a commercially minded finance leader who can provide robust financial insight to support growth, performance, and long-term success.
Salary & Benefits:
*Salary of £70,000pa - £80,000 per annum
*Comprehensive benefits package
*Hybrid working
I’m keen to speak with experienced FP&A, Commercial Finance, and Finance Business Partnering leaders who are looking for an opportunity to shape strategy, influence senior decision-making, and lead a high-performing finance function within a complex organisation.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please submit your updated CV.