Head of FP&A

Cpl have an amazing opportunity for a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Reporting to the CFO, this is a newly created position with overall responsibility for financial modelling, analysis, business partnering, team leadership, and strategic planning Key Responsibilities : 1. Financial Modelling & Forecasting Design, build, and maintain robust, scalable financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning. Conduct valuation analysis (DCF, comparables, transaction-based) to support investment or M&A decisions. Run scenario and sensitivity analysis to evaluate risks and opportunities under different business conditions. 2. Strategic Analysis & Insight Analyse financial and operational data to extract key insights and trends. Translate complex data into clear, impactful reports and dashboards for executive stakeholders. Present financial analysis and recommendations to the CEO, Board, and Private Equity partners. 3. Business Partnering Act as a strategic finance partner to the businesscollaborating with commercial, operational, and strategic teams. Provide insight-driven recommendations to support business decisions, performance improvement, and value creation. Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure 4. Performance Management Lead the development and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) across the business. Deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc performance reporting with insightful commentary and variance analysis. Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and decision-support tools to enhance financial visibility. 5. Team Leadership & Development Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence, curiosity, and accountability. Set clear objectives and provide ongoing feedback to support professional growth. Lead by example in promoting collaboration, integrity, and analytical rigour. 6. Project & Investment Appraisal Evaluate the financial impact and ROI of strategic projects, new initiatives, and capital investments. Work cross-functionally with business units to develop business cases and monitor project performance post-implementation. Support M&A activity and integration planning, including due diligence and synergy assessment. 7. Governance & Best Practice Ensure all financial models and outputs adhere to accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Promote and implement best practices in modelling, forecasting, and data management. Support audit processes and investor reporting as needed. 8. Change & Transformation Leadership Act as a key finance lead in business transformation initiatives, including process optimisation, system upgrades, and organisational change. Partner with senior leadership to develop financial frameworks that support scalable growth and operational efficiency. Champion finance's role in transformation by aligning reporting, planning, and analysis with evolving business needs Key Requirements : Minimum 5+ years experience in a senior FP&A, commercial finance, or financial modelling roleideally within a fast-paced, complex, or private equity-backed environment. Strong academic background, with a degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field; a professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) is highly desirable. Proven expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and strategic analysis.

• Proven experience supporting or leading finance aspects of major change and transformation programmes, including systems implementation, process reengineering, or business restructuring.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, evolving environments with competing priorities and the need for pragmatic, agile decision-making. Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in financial modelling tools; experience with BI / data tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) a strong plus. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and commercial acumen. Excellent communication and presentation skillsable to convey complex financial information with clarity and impact to non-finance stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver under pressure, and thrive in ambiguity. A natural collaborator with strong interpersonal skills and a track record of building cross-functional relationships. Proven leadership experience with the ability to build, motivate, and develop a team. What We Offer : The opportunity to play a key strategic role in a high-growth, PE-backed business. Direct exposure to executive leadership and investor stakeholders. A collaborative, high-performance culture that values insight, impact, and initiative. Competitive compensation and benefits. For more information, please contact #LI-RW2 Skills : 'Financial Modelling' 'Business Partnering" "Projects"