Head Of Financial Planning & Analysis

Optimum Recruitment Group Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis in Leeds. This role involves leading financial strategy, providing insightful analysis at the Board level, and developing high-performing teams. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £80k plus benefits and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive salary package

Great office environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading teams in financial planning and analysis.
• Strong communicator with experience influencing Board-level decision making.
• Excellent ability to handle tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of financial plans and five-year strategy.
• Provide insightful analysis to support Board-level discussions.
• Transform planning processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Overview

Optimum Recruitment Group have been appointed on an exclusive basis to appoint to a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis for our successful client based in Leeds.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of financial plans, forecasts, and five-year strategy.
• Providing clear, insightful analysis to support Board-level debate and decision-making.
• Transforming planning processes and systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Championing best-in-class performance analysis and strategic risk management.
• Developing and mentoring a high-performing FP&A & Business Partnering team.
• Building strong cross-functional relationships to drive collaboration and outcomes.

About you

• Qualified accountant with 5+ years leading teams.
• Strong communicator with proven success influencing at Board level.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and tight deadlines, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Technically excellent, with the ability to simplify complex financial matters.
• Inspirational leader with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• First-class written and presentation skills, with a focus on clarity and impact.

Benefits

• Real opportunity to play a key role in a changing and growth culture and shaping how this is set up.
• Fantastic office environment but with very flexible and hybrid working across the board.
• Comprehensive and competitive package. Base salary up to £80k plus car allowance and benefits