Head of FP&A

Experience: FP&A + IT Projects (adv.) + Industry: Financial Services (Insurance adv.)

Location:
Hybrid 2 days in office

We're currently working on an exciting opportunity with a well-established, growing financial services organisation looking for a Head of FP&A – IT & Projects.

This is a senior, commercially focused role offering the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and influence key business decisions across IT, technology investment and strategic projects. You'll take ownership of financial planning and analysis across the IT and Projects functions, playing a key role in budgeting, forecasting, investment appraisal and cost management. Reporting directly to the Director of FP&A, this is an excellent opportunity to combine strong technical FP&A expertise with strategic business partnering and leadership within a business continuing to invest in its growth and transformation.

Key responsibilities and experience:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
• Proven FP&A experience within financial services.
• Experience overseeing financial planning, budgeting and forecasting for IT functions and project portfolios.
• Strong understanding of technology investment, Cap Ex vs OpEx and project financial management.
• Experience evaluating business cases, monitoring project expenditure and identifying cost efficiencies.
• Confident partnering with senior stakeholders, particularly across IT, Technology and Change.
• Previous team leadership or management experience.
• Financial modelling, analytical and communication skills.

Sector experience: Candidates from banking, pensions, asset management and other financial services backgrounds will be considered.