Group Head of FP&A

Hitchenor Wakeford Limited; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A large private equity backed group in the UK is seeking a Group Head of FP&A to lead financial planning, performance insights, and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role, a strong background in FP&A, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. This role requires proficiency in ERP systems and a collaborative approach in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ PQE and proven senior leadership experience in complex, multi-entity or international environments.
• Strong FP&A background with deep experience in management reporting and performance analysis.
• Values-driven, collaborative and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver insightful, timely management reporting, analysis and board-level commentary.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes.
• Provide strategic analysis, scenario modelling and investment appraisal.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic insight

Management reporting

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Financial planning tools

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.

The Group Head of FP&A will be responsible for driving financial planning, performance insight and strategic clarity across its global operations.

The Role

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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver insightful, timely management reporting, analysis and board-level commentary
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes
• Provide strategic analysis, scenario modelling and investment appraisal
• Partner with country finance teams to improve profitability, efficiency and cash generation
• Support the integration and analysis of newly acquired businesses
• Strengthen financial controls and oversee key month-end / year-end processes
• Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing FP&A team
• Champion system enhancements, process optimisation and digital finance transformation initiatives

Ideal Candidate

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• 5-10 years’ PQE and proven senior leadership experience in complex, multi-entity or international environments
• Strong FP&A background with deep experience in management reporting and performance analysis
• Confident communicator with the presence to influence at all levels, including private equity stakeholders
• Technically strong (IFRS), analytical, proactive and commercially minded
• Experienced with ERP systems and modern financial planning tools
• Values-driven, collaborative and calm under pressure — able to build trusted relationships across diverse teams and geographies