We are currently looking for a experienced and commercially astute Head of FP&A for a fast growing PE backed SME based close to Newport.
Working closely with the CFO and senior leadership team this role is crucial, focusing on the ownership of forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting processes. It also involves providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
The ideal candidate will possess advanced financial modelling expertise alongside strong business partnering skills to deliver high-quality insights that drive growth and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Forecasting
Lead the annual budget and rolling forecast process, including building and maintaining robust financial models.
Develop acquisition models to assess investment opportunities and scenario analysis.
Test and challenge assumptions from business leaders to ensure accurate and realistic financial planning.
Business Partnering
Partner with operational and commercial leaders to provide actionable financial insights.
Develop pricing models and support commercial decision-making.
Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO and wider leadership team, driving accountability for performance.
Performance Reporting & Analytics
Lead KPI development, monitoring, and reporting across the business.
Deliver insightful variance analysis to highlight key drivers of performance.
Candidate Profile
Technical Skills
Advanced financial modelling skills (Excel essential, strong experience with complex integrated models).
Experience in building acquisition and scenario models.
Power BI & Power Query knowledge (preferred-not essential)
Experience
Demonstrable FP&A experience, ideally in a senior role.
Industry experience beneficial but not essential
ability to extract and validate information from business stakeholders is more important.
Strong track record of partnering with senior leaders to deliver insight and challenge assumptions.
Personal Attributes
Commercially minded, with the ability to see the big picture while retaining strong attention to detail.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to build relationships across all levels.
Highly proactive and hands-on, with a focus on driving results and continuous improvement.
TPBN1_UKTJ