Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading household brand in Berkshire is seeking a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to transform and enhance their financial function. This pivotal leadership role involves overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and performance management activities, alongside managing a collaborative team. Ideal candidates will be seasoned finance professionals with strong qualifications and a track record of driving strategic insights and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Experienced finance professional with strong FP&A background.
• Proven leader with experience managing high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting in large organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the FP&A function.
• Partner with divisional Finance Directors for strategic insights.
• Manage and develop a high-performing team of analysts.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Modeling

Performance Management

Business Partnering

Change Management

Data Management

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

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Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, reading

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Client:

Stanton House

Location:

reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Head of FP&A being hired for a household brand in Berkshire.

As the Head of FP&A at a household brand, you will take a pivotal leadership role in transforming and driving the financial planning and analysis function during a critical period of change and growth.

What we're looking for

• Experienced finance professional with a strong FP&A background and a relevant accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred).
• Proven leader with experience managing and developing high-performing FP&A teams.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance management in large organizations.
• Strong business partnering skills, able to engage with senior leadership to drive strategic insight.
• Track record of leading change and process improvements within FP&A.
• Solid understanding of data management and analytics.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and own the FP&A function, ensuring accurate, timely financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Partner with divisional Finance Directors and business leaders to deliver actionable insights that support strategic decisions.
• Oversee performance management and ensure consistency in financial analysis and reporting.
• Manage and develop a team of analysts, fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.
• Drive process and system improvements, supporting advanced analytics and predictive modeling.
• Present financial insights and risk analysis to executive leadership and in board meetings.
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment with strategic plans.
• Support change management and cross-functional collaboration within the finance function.
• Champion a culture of ownership and proactive problem-solving.
• Ensure integration of financial plans with long-term business strategy.