Strategic finance leadership role in a major UK charity undergoing transformation — lead FP&A excellence. The Organisation We’re recruiting on behalf of a prominent UK charity in the health and social care sector, with an annual income exceeding £100 million. Funded through a mix of voluntary donations, grants, and commercial partnerships, the organisation delivers nationwide services, campaigns for change, and invests in research to improve lives and drive long-term impact. The Finance & Assurance directorate is entering a transformative phase - redefining its structure, culture, and leadership expectations. Finance is evolving into a strategic corporate function, focused on insight, process excellence, and enabling impact through effective resource planning. The Role This is a pivotal leadership role, reporting to the Associate Director of Finance and managing the Financial Partnering, Planning & Analysis Team. As part of the Finance & Assurance Leadership Team, you’ll be instrumental in leading cultural change, embedding collective leadership, and shaping the future of financial partnering across the organisation. You’ll define and deliver a consistent, high-quality approach to financial planning and analysis - balancing strong relationships with analytical rigour. This role is about codifying what FP&A means in practice: not just being “all things to all people,” but establishing clear standards, tools, and expectations across directorates. Key responsibilities include: - Leading financial planning policy and engaging senior stakeholders. - Driving process excellence in budgeting, forecasting, and modelling. - Building strong relationships while maintaining analytical depth. - Equipping the organisation with the tools and capability for sophisticated financial planning. - Leading a team through change with clarity, compassion, and ambition. The Person We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) with significant post-qualification experience at a senior level. You’ll bring: Proven leadership of high-performing teams through change. Deep experience in strategic financial planning and analysis. A track record of effective business partnering with senior leaders. Strong communication, influencing, and engagement skills. A passion for continuous improvement and innovation. You’ll be a finance expert - but first and foremost, a leader. Someone who can drive consistency, clarity, and excellence in financial partnering across a diverse organisation. What's in it for you? This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance, including: - Double-matching pension scheme (up to 8%) - 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 30) - Flexible working options, including condensed hours and a 9-day fortnight - Health and wellbeing support, including virtual GP access and mental health services - Employee recognition and discounts platform If you’re ready to lead a strategic finance function through transformation - and help shape the future of a high-impact organisation — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of a team that’s making a real difference. 4715396