Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Wade Macdonald; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to lead financial strategies and support organizational growth. This pivotal role involves managing a high-performing team, driving impactful decision-making, and aligning financial processes with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with a strong background in commercial finance and performance management, ready to influence at senior levels and improve financial operations. Join a collaborative team during a transformative period and enjoy a generous benefits package that prioritizes work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance Culture

Supportive Leadership Team

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong background in performance management and commercial finance.
• Experience in life sciences or healthcare is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budget process and oversee strategic financial planning.
• Produce detailed financial forecasts and manage regular reforecast cycles.
• Enhance business partnering activities across departments.

Skills

Performance Management

Commercial Finance

Financial Operations

Strategic Thinking

Team Leadership

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

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Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Location: Oxford (Hybrid)

About the Client

This Oxford-based organisation is undergoing rapid growth and is looking for a Director of FP&A to support this and manage a team of commercial individuals.

About the Job

A new opportunity has arisen for a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to take a strategic lead in aligning financial processes with organisational goals. Reporting to the Finance Director, this is a key role shaping the financial future of the organisation. You’ll lead a high-performing team of finance business partners and work across all departments to embed financial insight and drive impactful decision-making.

Duties will include:

• Leading the annual budget process and overseeing strategic financial planning
• Producing detailed financial forecasts and managing regular reforecast cycles
• Creating management reports, KPIs, and variance analysis for senior stakeholders
• Enhancing business partnering activities across departments to add measurable value
• Strengthening financial governance and ensuring robust controls are in place
• Leading audit readiness and tracking control improvements
• Managing a team of business partners, supporting their growth and development
• Collaborating closely with the Financial Controller to improve financial accuracy and timeliness

About the Successful Applicant

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a strong background in performance management, commercial finance, and large-scale financial operations. Experience in life sciences or healthcare is advantageous. You’ll be a strategic thinker with the ability to influence at senior levels, lead teams effectively, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced, mission-led environment.

What You Will Receive in Return

This role offers the chance to join a high-impact organisation during a period of exciting transformation. You'll be part of a collaborative and values-driven team, with opportunities for progression and professional growth. The benefits package is generous and includes flexibility, a culture that prioritises work-life balance, and a supportive leadership team that invests in people.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance

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