Director of Financial Planning and Analysis; Private Equity- Technology brand

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (Private Equity - Technology Brand)

Job Title: Director of FP&A
Location: Reading (Hybrid – 2 to 3 days in office)
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Team Size: 10
Business Type: Private Equity-Backed Technology Group
Business Model: Multi-site, UK-centric, high-growth environment

We are seeking a highly commercial and strategically-minded Head of FP&A/Director to join a high-growth, PE-backed technology business headquartered in Reading. This role will be instrumental in driving financial performance, strategic insight, and investor confidence as the business continues its rapid expansion.

• Own and lead the full budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning process across the £600m turnover group.
• Work closely with the CFO, CEO, Board, and other C‑suite leaders on strategic initiatives including market expansion, M&A, and investment prioritisation.
• Act as the primary liaison with the private equity house, owning the production of monthly and quarterly shareholder and investor packs.
• Set up best-in-class processes, driving operational excellence in a lean, fast‑paced PE environment.
• Drive insightful financial analysis to support strategic decisions and growth plans.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing FP&A team of 10 professionals across different sites.
• Implement and enhance tools, models, and processes to ensure data integrity, visibility, and agility in reporting.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with business unit leaders to maintain alignment with company goals.
• Support capital‑raising and financing activities, including debt and equity work streams.

• CFO (Direct Line)
• CEO & Board
• Private Equity Investors
• Group and Divisional Finance Teams
• Business Unit Leaders & Operational Heads

• Proven experience in a senior FP&A leadership role in a private equity‑backed or high‑growth environment.
• Demonstrated leadership of budgeting, forecasting, and board‑level reporting processes.
• Strong understanding of investor relations and stakeholder management, ideally in a PE‑backed context.
• Excellent commercial acumen with a strategic mindset and the ability to drive performance across a complex business.
• Professional finance qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with significant years of post‑qualification experience.
• Experience in Technology, Software, or Telecom sectors is a plus.

• Salary: £140,000 – £150,000
• Bonus and car allowance
• Hybrid working model – 2 days in Reading HQ
• Pension and wider benefits package

If you are interested in the role, please respond to with your CV and a brief cover letter.