Group Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

THE SEARCH:

Altus Partners have been retained by one of the UK's fastest growing financial services and technology firms. Due to significant growth and private equity investment, they are seeking an experienced and dynamic FP&A professional to join the finance team and lead the FP&A function through a period of transformation and scale. As Head of FP&A, you will take full ownership of planning & analysis and be a key point of contact for senior stakeholders across the business. You will spearhead business planning, budgeting and forecasting, data analysis, robust financial management and provide critical support to growth initiatives, including systems and process improvement.

THE ROLE:

1. Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's objectives and growth plan.
2. Data and Insights: Increase the level of business intelligence including building the right KPIs, trends, and forecasts that increase revenue, EBITDA, and cash flow.
3. Transformation: Key focus on driving a higher level of output and quality through FP&A, whilst ensuring effective processes and controls are implemented.
4. Business Partner with business unit leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives.
5. Own long-term financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
6. Develop and maintain complex financial models to project future financial performance and support strategic decision-making.
7. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.
8. Provide strategic financial input to the executive team and private equity investors.
9. Support the Head of Finance with data and key MI for the private equity investors, ensuring transparent and timely communication on financial updates, performance reports, and strategic initiatives.
10. Monitoring and directing the implementation and execution of business plans (both financial and broader commercial).
11. Collaborate cross-functionally to gather and analyse data, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial performance.
12. Prepare comprehensive reports, dashboards, and presentations to effectively communicate financial analysis and recommendations to executive leadership.

THE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Proven track record as a Senior FP&A Manager/Head of/AD level FP&A professional of a business with demonstrable growth, broad corporate finance responsibilities and complexity.
2. 8 years + PQ experience.
3. A strong finance education (ACA, ACCA, Chartered Accountant or CIMA qualified) and track record in senior finance roles within growth organisations.
4. Experience of working in Financial Services.
5. Experience of financial modelling and excellent PowerPoint skills including managing the production of reports to a high standard.
6. Advanced knowledge of Excel and experience with financial software.
7. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial concepts to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.