Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

A rapidly growing consultancy business based in the Esher area (Surrey / South West London) is looking for a strategic and highly motivated Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). This is a pivotal role responsible for the day-to-day accounts function and acting as deputy to the CFO, as needed. Operating within a dynamic small-company culture, you will be involved in shaping business strategy while maintaining hands-on oversight of reporting packs, month-end processes, and transactional elements. This hands-on role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, and the gravitas to build influential relationships with the senior leadership team & business department leaders. Duties will include:

owning the annual budget, rolling forecast, and long-range planning processes, and ensuring alignment between reporting and forecasting
developing robust financial models
improving forecast accuracy and timeliness
delivering monthly management reporting, including variance analysis vs budget and forecast
providing clear insight into revenue, margin, cost drivers, and working capital
translating financial data into concise, actionable commentary for the CFO and Board
acting as a trusted finance partner to Divisional leaders

The ideal candidate will be a qualified professional (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with approximately 3 years Post-Qualified Experience (PQE), preferably stemming from a professional services background. You must possess advanced financial modelling skills and the confidence to communicate complex data clearly and effectively to CFO & Board. As a leader, you will manage a small transactional team and oversee month-end reporting cycles. Please note, you will need to undertake transactional duties as needed. Good knowledge of Excel, Outlook and Word is also required.

This is a key leadership role and an opportunity to be part of an established growing brand that is enhancing business value for a future strategic transaction. This Head of Financial Planning & Analysis role is paying up to £60,000 plus benefits. This is a hybrid position where you will be expected to be in the office 3 days per week.

Salary:: £60,000
Type:: Permanent
Location:: London - South
Sector:: Accountancy
Ref:: 24770
Contact Name:: Jon Heard

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