Head of FP&A
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Cheshire (5 days on-site)
£130,000 + bonus
Head of FP&A
Cheshire (5 days on-site)
£130,000 + bonus
An international SAAS business is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of FP&A to lead its commercial function and drive EBITDA growth. There is a realistic opportunity to progress to Finance Director (#1) within 2-3 years of being in the business.
This is a key leadership role within the commercial finance team, responsible for delivering strategic insight, driving business performance, and supporting senior stakeholders with high-quality analysis and decision-making support.
The successful individual will have proven leadership capabilities, a background of working closely with sales teams to substantially increase revenues and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, the Head of FP&A will lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning activities across the business. You will play a critical role in shaping financial performance, improving reporting capabilities, and partnering with operational and commercial teams to drive growth and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner with key stakeholders across c-suite, sales and operations
* Support strategic projects, investment appraisals, and commercial decision making
* Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
* Deliver meaningful financial analysis and performance reporting to senior leadership
* Develop and enhance KPI reporting and management information
* Provide analysis on revenue performance, margins, customer profitability, and investment opportunities
* Drive continuous improvement across FP&A processes, systems, and reporting automation
* Lead and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance culture
About You
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* Significant experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or strategic finance roles within international businesses
* Strong financial modelling and analytical capability
* Experience working within a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Proven ability to influence and challenge senior decision makers
* Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge; Power BI experience advantageous
* Experience within technology / SAAS or data-led businesses would be beneficial
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to play a significant role in the business tripling EBITDA in 3-5 years
* Drive international growth, including new territories
* Strong career development prospects - realistic progression to Finance Director
* Competitive salary and bonus package
* Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
* Attractive benefits package
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance leader seeking a high-impact role within a dynamic and evolving organisation. There it the realistic opportunity is for you to establish yourself in the business with a view of becoming Finance Director in 2-3 years. xsngvjr
Please get in touch with Jonathan Kerr for further details.
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