Job Description
HW Finance are delighted to be working in Retained Partnership with a Large Private Equity Backed Group to help appoint a new Group Head of FP&A.
The Group Head of FP&A will be responsible for driving financial planning, performance insight and strategic clarity across its global operations.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Group FD, you will play a pivotal role in elevating their financial planning and analysis capability. This is a career-defining opportunity for a senior finance professional who combines technical excellence with strategic insight.
You will lead a talented FP&A team, partner with senior leaders across multiple countries, and provide high-quality financial analysis to support decision-making, investment appraisal and long-term growth planning. A major focus will be supporting the rollout and optimisation of a new finance system, ensuring processes and reporting evolve to meet the needs of the Group and its private equity investors.
Key Responsibilities
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* Deliver insightful, timely management reporting, analysis and board-level commentary
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* Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes
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* Provide strategic analysis, scenario modelling and investment appraisal
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* Partner with country finance teams to improve profitability, efficiency and cash generation
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* Support the integration and analysis of newly acquired businesses
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* Strengthen financial controls and oversee key month-end / year-end processes
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* Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing FP&A team
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* Champion system enhancements, process optimisation and digital finance transformation initiatives
Ideal Candidate
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* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
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* 5-10 years’ PQE and proven senior leadership experience in complex, multi-entity or international environments
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* Strong FP&A background with deep experience in management reporting and performance analysis
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* Confident communicator with the presence to influence at all levels, including private equity stakeholders
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* Technically strong (IFRS), analytical, proactive and commercially minded
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* Experienced with ERP systems and modern financial planning tools
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* Values-driven, collaborative and calm under pressure — able to build trusted relationships across diverse teams and geographies