Optimum Recruitment Group have been appointed on an exclusive basis to appoint to a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis for our successful client based in Leeds.
As Head of FP&A, you will be responsible for leading the organisation’s financial planning cycle, including strategic plans, annual budgets, and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective resource allocation. You will provide commercial insight, scenario analysis, and business case evaluations to support key decisions, risk management, and long-term financial sustainability. Managing and developing the FP&A and business partnering teams will form a key part of this role, driving continuous improvement and ensuring high-quality financial support across the organisation.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Leading the delivery of financial plans, forecasts, and five-year strategy.
* Providing clear, insightful analysis to support Board-level debate and decision-making.
* Transforming planning processes and systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
* Championing best-in-class performance analysis and strategic risk management.
* Developing and mentoring a high-performing FP&A & Business Partnering team.
* Building strong cross-functional relationships to drive collaboration and outcomes.
About you:
* Qualified accountant with 5+ years leading teams.
* Strong communicator with proven success influencing at Board level.
* Comfortable with ambiguity and tight deadlines, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
* Technically excellent, with the ability to simplify complex financial matters.
* Inspirational leader with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
* First-class written and presentation skills, with a focus on clarity and impact.
Additional benefits and information for the role of Head of FP&A:
* Real opportunity to play a key role in a changing and growth culture and shaping how this is set up.
* Fantastic office environment but with very flexible and hybrid working across the board.
* Comprehensive and competitive package. Base salary up to c£80k plus car allowance and benefits