Head of Financial Planning and Analysis
- Recruiter
- Communicate
- Location
- London (Central), London (Greater)
- Salary
- £100,000 - £115,000 + bonus
- Posted
- 22 May 2023
- Closes
- 29 May 2023
- Job Title
- Financial Planning and Analysis
- Category
- Business Services, Energy / Utilities, Oil, Gas, Mining
- Experience Levels
- Director
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
We are looking for a passionate Head of Group FP&A to join a fast-growing ESG business based in Central London. You will play a key role in supporting the Finance Director in driving the company's financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting on financial performance across all business units.
Role Responsibilities
- Develop and manage the budgeting and forecasting process for the group, including coordinating with business unit finance teams to align assumptions and ensure accurate financial projections.
- Lead the monthly and quarterly reporting processes, providing insightful analysis on the group's financial and business performance to the senior management team, as well as external stakeholders.
- Design and implement new financial performance metrics and KPIs, aligning with the company's ESG objectives and strategy.
- Manage a team of FP&A professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to facilitate their continuous development and growth.
- Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the business, including various functional heads of departments, to support effective decision making and cross-functional collaboration.
- Drive ad-hoc projects as required, including M&A analysis and due diligence, scenario planning, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory developments related to ESG and integrated reporting.
Requirements
- ACA (ideally Big 4) / CIMA qualified
- Significant experience in financial planning and analysis, with exposure in a leadership role, ideally within a multinational environment.
- Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, with advanced Excel skills.
- Proven experience in designing and building financial planning processes to support strategic decision making.
- Strong understanding of ESG principles and integrated reporting frameworks, with experience in developing ESG metrics and KPIs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in leadership and managing cross-functional teams.
- Able to work independently and handle multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve issues proactively.
Package
This role offers a competitive salary package ranging from £100,000-£115,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits such as pension, private health insurance, and bonuses.