Head of Financial Planning and Analysis
Hiring Company

The hiring company name is
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About the Role
Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to take on a pivotal leadership role in the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the end-to-end financial planning and forecasting processes, ensuring a unified financial voice across the business. This includes the development of long-term plans, annual budgets, and in-year forecasts, all of which must be accurate, strategically aligned, and supported by robust financial insight. The role also involves championing a cross-functional approach to planning, challenging and influencing senior leadership, and driving innovation and efficiency within the FP&A function. Applicants for the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis position at the company should be qualified accountants with significant post-qualified experience in leading FP&A or group planning teams. The role requires a candidate with a strong background in long-term planning, corporate finance, and a proven track record of leading teams through transformation and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be a confident and influential communicator, capable of distilling complex financial issues into clear narratives, and an inspirational leader who can mentor a team of high-performing finance professionals. The ability to challenge senior stakeholders, manage ambiguity, and drive performance improvements is essential, as is a calm, structured approach under pressure.
Functions:
- Finance