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Head of Financial Planning Analysis, Hemel Hempstead
Client:
Stanton House
Location:
Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
06.06.2025
Expiry Date:
21.07.2025
Job Description:
Head of FP&A required for a high-growth, PE-backed, professional services company based in London.
£80,000 - £90,000 + bonus and benefits, depending on experience.
As the Head of FP&A, you will take ownership of the company’s financial planning and analysis function, playing a key role in shaping the financial strategy within a fast-growing, PE-backed business. This involves rebuilding and owning the financial model, leading annual budgeting and rolling forecasting, and delivering scenario analysis to support strategic decisions. You will work closely with the CFO, corporate development team, and other stakeholders to translate complex financial data into clear insights, focusing on performance metrics and potential acquisitions.
Strong Excel skills are essential, along with experience with CRM systems like Salesforce and data analytics tools such as Power BI. This role offers autonomy, opportunities to contribute to M&A pipeline development, and to support the company's growth in a collaborative environment.
Key Requirements:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
* Experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning
* Proficiency in Excel for building and automating complex financial reports and models
* Strong business partnering skills to communicate financial insights to non-finance stakeholders
* Interest or exposure to M&A activities
* Familiarity with CRM and financial systems (advantageous but not essential)
* Attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple projects
* Proactive, strategic thinker with passion for data analytics and adaptability
Key Responsibilities:
* Own and update the financial model to reflect current operations and support strategic decisions
* Lead annual budgeting and manage rolling forecasts with scenario planning
* Develop and deliver financial reports to CFO, board, and stakeholders
* Support M&A activities by building and maintaining a pipeline of potential targets
* Utilize Excel and Power BI to analyze data from various systems (e.g., Salesforce, QuickBooks, Cantata)
* Translate financial data into insights for non-financial stakeholders
* Enhance financial processes and reporting infrastructure in a fast-paced environment
If you meet the above criteria, please apply below. Due to high application volume, responses to unsuccessful applicants may not be provided.
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