Head of FP&A

We are looking to hire a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead the FP&A function, delivering insightful financial analysis and strategic advice to guide the company’s financial health and strategic growth. This role will partner closely with senior management, including the Head of Finance (UK & Europe), to drive data-led decision-making, oversee all aspects of financial forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting, and support external reporting requirements.

The Head of FP&A will also manage a small team, ensuring the effective delivery of FP&A initiatives across the organization and acting as a trusted advisor to the broader finance function and executive leadership.

• Develop and provide financial insights, recommendations, and analysis to support the company's strategic direction and decision-making
• Conduct competitor analysis and industry benchmarking to inform and refine strategic plans
• Partner with senior management to analyse, evaluate, and monitor new business opportunities and initiatives
• Support strategic projects, including M&A evaluations, strategic investment cases, and long-term value creation
• Contribute to the external messaging of company strategy and performance, including preparation for investor relations and external communications such as the Annual Report, Analyst Presentation, and other public disclosures

• Oversee monthly analysis of business unit and regional performance, identifying key insights and opportunities to drive growth and profitability
• Collaborate with regional and business unit leaders to implement targeted action plans based on financial insights
• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A reporting processes, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs, with a strong focus on revenue, profitability, and cost efficiency metrics
• Collaborate with the BI team to ensure data accuracy, reliability, and timeliness for all FP&A reporting
• Lead stress testing initiatives, providing insights into potential scenarios and working closely with Risk and Prudential Reporting departments to support regulatory requirement
• Drive optimisation of the Group’s cost base, advising on cost allocation methodologies and other cost-management strategies.

• Lead the company-wide budgeting and forecasting processes, establishing a disciplined, accurate, and agile approach
• Collaborate with key departments such as Marketing, Sales, and Operations to model revenue and expenses, ensuring forecasts reflect business dynamics
• Develop and enhance group financial models to support the company’s growth, covering revenue projections, operating costs, capital requirements, and liquidity
• Implement KPI frameworks and continuously review and refine KPIs to align with evolving business goals
• Oversee the production of management information, including daily, weekly, and monthly revenue and KPI reporting for senior management and the Board
• Ensure timely, insightful, and high-quality reporting for senior leadership and Board meetings

• Lead, coach, and develop a small team of FP&A professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring ongoing professional development.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior team members, promoting engagement and skill development within the FP&A function.
• Cultivate a collaborative and innovative FP&A environment, promoting best practices and continuous improvement in processes and reporting

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant financial and regulatory trends, ensuring the FP&A function adheres to all regulatory and compliance requirements.

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Proven experience in a senior FP&A role, ideally within a complex or multi-regional environment.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with a track record of providing actionable insights and recommendations.
• Excellent understanding of financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with segmental reporting, cost allocation methodologies, and…