Head of Finance - FP&A

• Head of Finance - FP&A
• Location: Ballymena Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
• Salary range: c. £80,000-£100,000 + Benefits Package

Are you a commercially minded finance leader who thrives on turning complex operational data into boardroom strategy?

A high-growth, innovative manufacturing business is seeking a sharp, ambitious Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to act as a key commercial partner to the Finance Director and Executive Leadership team.

If you are looking for a role that goes far beyond routine month-end reporting-where you can build predictive models, evaluate major capital investments, and directly influence commercial performance-this is it.

• Drive Commercial Strategy: Partner directly with Executive leads and department heads to shape the company's medium-to-long-term strategic financial plans.
• Build High-Impact Models: Create, refine, and own fully integrated financial models, rolling forecasts, and scenario analyses to guide decision‑making across product lines.
• Evaluate Investments: Lead financial appraisals for new business cases, capital expenditure, and growth initiatives.
• Transform Performance Reporting: Move beyond standard actuals vs. budget variance analysis to deliver forward‑looking commercial insights and robust operational KPIs.
• Bridge Operations & Finance: Work hands‑on with non‑finance teams to challenge assumptions, streamline budgeting, and maximize gross margin visibility

• Qualified Finance Leader: Fully qualified accountant (FCCA / CIMA / ACA) with a proven track record in manufacturing, engineering, or complex operational environments.
• Exceptional Modeller: Advanced financial modelling capability with a deep passion for data‑driven storytelling and forecasting accuracy.
• Commercial Mindset: Demonstrated experience evaluating business cases, product line profitability, and working capital dynamics.
• Strong Influencer: A natural communicator who can build immediate credibility with operational managers and present seamlessly at Board level.

This is a high‑visibility leadership position within a business operating at the forefront of its sector. You will have full autonomy to shape the FP&A function, modernise reporting frameworks, and play a pivotal role in the company’s growth trajectory.