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Interim Senior FP&A Manager Full time hours Hybrid working: Typically, 3 days in office and 2 working from home Competitive salary + Benefits 6 12 months interim contract with potential for permanent employment Westerleigh Crematorium Head Office (Near Bristol) Are you an experienced and qualified FP&A Manager with strong finance business partnering skills looking for an interim role where your expertise will have real impact? If so, we would love to hear from you! We are one of the largest independent operators of crematoria in the UK, supported by 500 empathetic and dedicated individuals. We have big ambitions; to grow and invest in our sites, maintain our vision, further develop our colleagues to provide best in class facilities for our customers. Like many of our colleagues, you might not have considered our industry before, however we offer ongoing investment in your development and an opportunity to become a part of something truly meaningful and significant. The role Finance is on a journey to becoming a trusted and commercially minded finance team that delivers excellence in the fundamentals while partnering the business with constructive insight, challenge, and support. We use data-driven decisions to strengthen performance, optimising Westerleigh service, and securing the long term sustainability of our crematoria and cemeteries helping to balance value, service & quality. You will be supporting the Head of FP&A in delivering all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting across the Group. This role acts as the second-in-command within the FP&A function, capable of holding the fort and ensuring continuity of leadership during periods when the Head of FP&A is engaged in strategic projects, investor reporting or external activity. You will lead the monthly reporting cycle, help compile SLT and board packs and drive insightful analysis, support operational and commercial decision-making, and help develop a high performance, business partnering culture across Finance. Key responsibilities include: Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the quarterly reforecast processes, ensuring alignment with PE expectations and Board timelines. Provide clear updates to the board, aligning SLT members ahead of submission to CFO and CEO for review. Develop models, scenario plans and sensitivities across material P&L and cash flow lines including revenue, cremation volumes, memorialisation, payroll, rent and rates and multi-site cost bases. Support long range planning and investment cases, including new crematoria developments, refurbishments and capacity expansions. Maintain a Risk and Opportunity log, assessed for value, likelihood and effort and providing a range of outcomes for the coming year and the following year outturns. Management Reporting & Insight Own the monthly performance pack across P&L, cash flow and KPIs, ensuring clear narrative, variance analysis and actionable insight. Analyse cremation volumes, market shares, pricing, memorial sales, labour trends and operational efficiency metrics across the estate. Partner with the MDs for Core and Distinct and Site Managers to drive improvements in conversion, cost control and memorial performance. Post-evaluate significant investment and provide tracker of latest IRRs and Payback, for example our Personalised Chapel technology investments. Develop and improve monthly capex reporting, for both long-term construction of crematoria projects and shorter-term capex projects, automating where possible. Business Partnering Act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders across Operations, Property and Distinct. Provide financial insight to support decisions on pricing, margin management, procurement initiatives and productivity improvements. Support SLT preparation for Board meetings, investor reviews and site performance deep dives. Holding the Fort / Leadership Deputise fully for the Head of FP&A when required, ensuring continuity of reporting, planning and stakeholder engagement. Coach and support the FP&A Analyst and BI Systems Developer on a day to day activity basis, helping to build modelling capability, analytical discipline and business acumen. Maintain strong governance, ensuring data accuracy, consistency and adherence to financial controls and reporting standards. Projects & Continuous Improvement Lead analytical work on strategic projects such as new site openings, capital investments, memorialisation initiatives or pricing reviews. Develop an operating one pager sign off process, alongside procurement improvements. Enhance reporting tools and processes, supporting the evolution towards a more automated, insight-driven FP&A function. Collaborate with IT/BI to improve data availability, dashboards and self service insight for operational leaders. What We Offer Opportunity to influence a growing, values-led national organisation. Exposure to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders. A role with genuine responsibility and scope for progression. Opportunity to be part of significant improvement programme. Possibility of moving from Interim to Permanent. About you Qualified Finance professional CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent Experienced FP&A Manager / Financial Planning & Analysis Manager or Commercial Finance Manager background, ideally within multisite, consumer services, healthcare, infrastructure, hospitality, retail or PE backed environments. Demonstrable experience running budget cycles, management reporting, financial modelling and finance business partnering. Experience leading or mentoring small teams. Exceptional analytical and modelling skills. Ability to translate numbers into insight and clear recommendations. Good storytelling, strong communication skills, able to engage senior non-finance stakeholders. Highly organised, calm under pressure, able to operate independently when required. Comfortable in a purpose driven business where empathy, quality and professionalism matter. Power BI knowledge. Advanced Excel/Google Sheets. NetSuite or SAP experience or similar. Solution 7, IBM TM1, Anaplan or equivalent experience in maintaining models and clean master data. What We Offer If you would like to join the Westerleigh team, you can be sure of a warm welcome, ongoing training and development and a sense of pride by truly making a difference every day to the families we serve. No two days are the same and many of our Managers have developed their careers within the business. The values we champion are Safety First, Exceptional Care, Uniquely Personal and One Team. In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for the following benefits: Life Assurance Access to a wide range of retail discounts and wellbeing support Ongoing learning & development Pension scheme Employee Assistance / Occupational health support Program Headspace: Mindfulness App Mental Health Ambassadors The benefit we hope youll never need: Free Cremation benefit for Immediate family Bereavement Leave Enhanced maternity & paternity pay Recognition scheme Free Flu jab Employee discount at onsite café Free parking What next? Start a career with significance by applying today. TPBN1_UKTJ

They should have extensive experience managing payroll operations in a complex organisation of at least [5,000 people] with strong knowledge on payroll legislation, pensions, statutory reporting, compliance, and best practice. The Head of Payroll will support and enable the HRS E2E project delivery

Interim Head of Payroll - Day Rate. We're currently working with a leading PE-backed hospitality business in their search for an Interim Head of Payroll. Our client is looking for this person to manage Payroll across the organisation, ensuring that payroll is delivered efficiently and effectively, m

A leading executive recruitment agency in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of HR to support the UK Managing Director. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in a unionized environment, and a professional qualification in human resources. Competitive salary and benefits

A not-for-profit organisation is seeking a Head of Transactional Finance to lead its operations in areas such as Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, and Payroll. The ideal candidate possesses significant experience in leading finance teams, managing payroll compliance, optimising workflows, and handling

Technically proficient payroll professional, ideally CIPP and/or IPASS accredited, with deep knowledge of UK and Irish payroll legislation and compliance requirements. Experienced in using HR, Payroll, and Time & Attendance systems, with a strong understanding of data integrity, system optimisation,

The Head of Payroll is responsible for overseeing and managing the payroll function in the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands. Based out of our York central office with hybrid working available - minimum of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. This role ensures accurate and timely payment

Youll take ownership of our payroll processes, ensuring they are efficient, compliant and continuously improving, while improving the integration and optimisation of our people systems to drive real value and better service for our colleagues. Now, with a new and focused Executive Team working clo

A growing consumer business in Greater London seeks a Head of Payroll to oversee payroll processing for around 2,000 employees. This position involves managing the payroll team, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, and providing expert payroll advice. Ideal candidates will have significant payro

A recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Payroll to join a client on the outskirts of York. The role offers a competitive salary between £65,000 and £75,000 per annum with a hybrid working model of 3 days onsite and 2 days at home. The ideal candidate will lead the payroll function, manage system

A leading bookseller in Solihull seeks a Head of Payroll to manage a team and ensure efficient payroll service for 4,000 employees across multiple locations. This role requires strong payroll management experience, knowledge of UK and Irish tax regimes, and advanced Excel skills. The ideal candidate

Head of Payroll & Finance Operations (Remote – UK). Head of Payroll & Finance Operations. Ensuring payroll scales cleanly as headcount grows.

A leading firm in payroll services is seeking an experienced Head of Payroll and Pensions in Greater London. The position offers a salary of £80,000 per annum with two days on-site work. The ideal candidate will lead the payroll service and pension administration for a public sector client while en

A leading healthcare organization is looking for an experienced Head of Support Services to provide strategic leadership across HR, Payroll, and Recruitment. Ideal candidates will have significant HR leadership experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and be data-driven leaders. This posit

Based out of our York central office with hybrid working available - minimum of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. The Head of Payroll is responsible for overseeing and managing the payroll function in the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands. High level skills of using Microsoft Office p

This role involves overseeing Systems, Administration, Data, and Payroll, ensuring efficient operations and compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll management, HR system integration, and data analysis. You will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the o

Proven experience in Head of Payroll, Senior Payroll or Payroll Manager position. Michael Page are actively working with a long standing customer who are searching for a Head of Payroll to join their team on the outskirts of York on a permanent basis. A successful Head of Payroll should have:.

A leading veterinary group based in York is seeking a Head of Payroll to oversee the payroll function in the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with Dayforce, with a supportive and hands-on appr

End to end processing of the Main Waterstones UK payroll on SDWorx, to include inspection of output reports, completion of Payroll control sheet and preparation of Gross to Net report for review and sign off by Financial Controller. Leading a team of four, you will be responsible for providing a pro

If youre ready to transform payroll through technology and process efficiency, and contribute to the well-being of thousands of colleagues, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact. Own the continuous development of our payroll product and services, influencing roadmaps and, as the Ch

We are looking for an experienced Head of Payroll and Pensions to lead the payroll service and pension administration for a public sector client. Experience using payroll systems such as Oracle Payroll. Develop and manage payroll SLA services and pension administration.

Oakleaf Partnership is delighted to be exclusively partnered with a global organisation, looking for an experienced Global Head of Payroll, to lead their global payroll function. The role is offered on a hybrid basis consisting of 3 days per week, based in their London office. The Global Head of Pay

This position will report directly to the Head of HR, having full ownership of the UK payroll processing and compliance for circa 2,000 employees, as well as managing a lean payroll team. Calculation, payment and reconciliation of payroll taxes, Attachment of Earnings & liaising with HMRC and third

You will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple jurisdictions, including complex payroll structures for project‑based teams, offshore personnel, and contractors. Professional payroll certification such as CPP, CPM, or another global payroll certification is an ad

A recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Payroll to lead and improve payroll functions in a dynamic environment near York. This role offers a competitive salary between £65,000 and £75,000, with a hybrid working model and various benefits, aimed at enhancing the working experience and efficiency

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking a Global Head of Payroll to lead and transform global payroll operations. The position offers career growth and flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The role requires extensive experience in payroll management, regulatory c

We're currently working with a leading PE-backed hospitality business in their search for an Interim Head of Payroll. Interim Head of Payroll - Day Rate. Our client is looking for this person to manage Payroll across the organisation, ensuring that payroll is delivered efficiently and effectively, m

Sitting at the heart of strategic decision‑making, this role offers the opportunity to shape long‑term financial planning, lead high‑performing teams, and play a key part in the delivery of our corporate ambitions. Senior Finance Leadership Opportunity – Cornwall – Head of Finance. Hays Se

As HR Compliance Manager, you will lead the Eligibility and Compliance Team with responsibility for ensuring all people compliance requirements are met in support of delivering resident and patient safety and quality of care. Ensure full compliance with UKVI, Home Office and regulatory requirem

Provide general administrative assistance to the wider team and support in the absence of the Office Manager. Confident using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams). This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting others, creating a welcoming environment, and ensuring the smooth running

Experienced Civil Engineering Contractor, are looking for a Head of Ops to join their Highways business. Head of Operations (Operations Manager). They are in a period of huge growth, and are scaling the business due to the investment and growth opportunities currently in the market.

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a family that values empathy, dedication, and professionalism, we would love to hear from you. Be part of a team that values empathy, dedication, and professionalism. Enjoy working in a stunning location, as part of a dedicated t

As the receptionist, you will be the face of the company, responsible for ensuring a smooth and professional front-of-house experience. To thrive in this role, you’ll bring a combination of professionalism, efficiency, and warmth. Confidence using Microsoft Office and other basic IT systems.

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The Payroll Officer is responsible for the accurate and efficient operation of the payroll function, handling confidential information with discretion. Handle employee and third‑party payroll queries professionally. Strong understanding of payroll legislation.

You will be part of a dedicated team that together administers payroll for our Vets practices, consisting of approximately 9,000 colleagues and growing, providing an efficient and effective payroll service. Part of team processing timely, compliant, and accurate payroll for c9000 vet practice collea

With responsibility for a small but talented team, you will cultivate a high‑performing culture and work collaboratively across the organisation, partnering with the Head of Financial Services and Finance Business Partners to ensure seamless financial operations. Strong understanding of legislatio

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My global client is looking to appoint a Head of Finance for their Teesside operation. This leader ensures the integrity of financial data and the effectiveness of financial systems, processes, and controls. The Head of Finance serves as a senior leader within the plant’s management team, overseei