Head of Financial Planning

Marks Sattin; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Marks Sattin is seeking a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis for a leading banking organization in London. This high-impact role requires strong banking experience, leadership skills, and the ability to deliver strategic financial analysis to senior stakeholders. Responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and enhancing financial controls. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, advanced Excel ability, and a proven record of improving financial processes.

Qualifications

• Strong experience within banking, preferably Treasury or Corporate Banking.
• Proven leadership experience in managing and developing teams.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong analytical capabilities.
• Track record of improving financial processes and implementing controls.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic financial analysis to senior leadership.
• Oversee monthly and daily reporting across P&L, balance sheet, and KPIs.
• Partner with business units to drive financial performance.
• Own budgeting and forecasting cycles, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Strengthen financial controls, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Lead and support the FP&A team.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Job description

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis - Banking Sector

We are partnering with a leading banking organisation to appoint a Head of FP&A for its London office. This is a high-impact leadership role offering direct exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to shape the future of the finance function.

The Opportunity

You’ll take ownership of the FP&A function, leading a small but high-performing team while acting as a strategic partner to the CFO, CEO, and Board. This role sits at the heart of decision-making, combining hands‑on financial leadership with forward‑looking strategic insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic financial analysis to senior leadership
• Oversee monthly and daily reporting across P&L, balance sheet, and KPIs
• Partner with business units to drive financial performance
• Own budgeting and forecasting cycles, identifying risks and opportunities
• Strengthen financial controls, processes, and governance frameworks
• Lead and support the FP&A team

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience within banking (Treasury / Corporate Banking preferred)
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability
• Track record of improving processes and implementing controls