Group Head of FP&A
1 day ago
Harrogate
Job Description HW Finance are delighted to be working in Retained Partnership with a Large Private Equity Backed Group to help appoint a new Group Head of FP&A. /n/n The Group Head of FP&A will be responsible for driving financial planning, performance insight and strategic clarity across its global operations. /n/n The Role /n/n Reporting directly to the Group FD, you will play a pivotal role in elevating their financial planning and analysis capability. This is a career-defining opportunity for a senior finance professional who combines technical excellence with strategic insight. /n/n You will lead a talented FP&A team, partner with senior leaders across multiple countries, and provide high-quality financial analysis to support decision-making, investment appraisal and long-term growth planning. A major focus will be supporting the rollout and optimisation of a new finance system, ensuring processes and reporting evolve to meet the needs of the Group and its private equity investors. /n/n Key Responsibilities /n/n /n/t - Deliver insightful, timely management reporting, analysis and board-level commentary /n/t - Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes /n/t - Provide strategic analysis, scenario modelling and investment appraisal /n/t - Partner with country finance teams to improve profitability, efficiency and cash generation /n/t - Support the integration and analysis of newly acquired businesses /n/t - Strengthen financial controls and oversee key month-end / year-end processes /n/t - Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing FP&A team /n/t - Champion system enhancements, process optimisation and digital finance transformation initiatives /n /n/n Ideal Candidate /n/n /n/t - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) /n/t - 5-10 years’ PQE and proven senior leadership experience in complex, multi-entity or international environments /n/t - Strong FP&A background with deep experience in management reporting and performance analysis /n/t - Confident communicator with the presence to influence at all levels, including private equity stakeholders /n/t - Technically strong (IFRS), analytical, proactive and commercially minded /n/t - Experienced with ERP systems and modern financial planning tools /n/t - Values-driven, collaborative and calm under pressure — able to build trusted relationships across diverse teams and geographies /n