Head of FP&A job for a manufacturing company in Milton Keynes paying £70,000-£85,000 Your new company Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for driving business performance and shaping future growth? We are seeking a Head of FP&A to act as a key financial partner to senior leadership, providing insight, clarity, and actionable guidance that influences decision-making at the highest level. Your new role In this role, you will steer financial performance across the organisation, combining sharp strategic insight with operational excellence. You will define the UK FP&A framework in line with global standards, lead the evaluation of major strategic initiatives, and ensure transparency and accountability across all business functions. You will take ownership of planning and forecasting, driving annual plans, cost control, investment appraisal and scenario modelling to enable agile, informed decisions. You will lead end-to-end performance management, including governance, KPI setting, and profitability analysis, ensuring clarity and delivery of financial targets. Acting as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team, you will shape strategy and provide robust financial guidance on pricing, network development, digitalisation, and electrification. A key part of the role involves leading and developing a high-performing FP&A team, fostering collaboration across UK and global finance, and representing the finance function in key steering forums. You will uphold the highest standards of governance and integrity, ensuring compliance with policies and ethical guidelines. What you'll need to succeed You will be a strategic, commercially minded thinker with senior-level experience in FP&A within a complex, matrixed environment. You will have exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge thinking and build alignment across teams and senior leaders. Strong mastery of financial systems, controlling frameworks and data analytics is essential, along with the ability to turn insight into action. Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transformational environment will set you apart. What you'll get in return You can expect a competitive salary and discretionary bonus structure, alongside access to colleague car schemes, a pension plan and a flexible benefits pot to tailor perks to your needs. We offer a hybrid working approach, combining remote flexibility with a modern office environment. You’ll also benefit from wellbeing resources, including an Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support, as well as opportunities for professional development and career progression. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4757056