Head of Financial Planning and Analysis / FP&A

AWD online; Ealing; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance organization in the UK is seeking a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. The role involves leading financial forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting. Candidates should have a recognised accounting qualification and experience in the social housing sector. This position offers hybrid working, with a competitive salary of £90,000 plus benefits including generous holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

30 days’ holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)

Up to 8% contributory pension

Flexible working

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role within the social housing sector.
• Experience with IFRS and FRS102.
• Skilled in implementing strong financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and improving forecasting models.
• Leading the development of a three-statement Excel model.
• Overseeing the annual budgeting cycle.
• Designing clear performance reports for leadership.
• Creating dashboards and KPIs for performance monitoring.

Skills

Strong Excel and financial modelling skills

Budget management

Providing financial insight

Implementing strong financial controls

Education

Recognised accounting qualification (ACA, CIPFA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Job description

Head of Financial Planning and Analysis / FP&A

An exciting opportunity for a strategic finance professional to lead forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting within a purpose-led organisation, using strong financial modelling and analytical skills to support informed decision-making.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:

• Finance Manager
• Senior Financial Analyst
• Financial Controller
• Finance Business Partner

SALARY: £90,000 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid – working from the office in Ealing, West London (W5) and from home

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis who will lead the Business Partnering function and strengthen financial insight, modelling and reporting across the organisation.

As a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis you will enhance forecasting processes, develop robust performance frameworks and collaborate with operational teams to support strategic planning and transformation.

In this role as the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis you will drive improvements in data governance, financial controls and scenario-based planning, ensuring the organisation can make informed, forward‑looking decisions that support long‑term sustainability.

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DUTIES

Your duties as the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis include:

• Forecasting And Planning: Reviewing and improving forecasting models to strengthen accuracy and alignment with organisational goals
• Financial Modelling: Leading the development of a three‑statement Excel model for reporting and forecasting
• Budgeting Leadership: Overseeing the annual budgeting cycle and enhancing budgeting methodologies
• Performance Reporting: Designing clear performance reports for senior leadership and the Board
• KPI Development: Creating dashboards and KPIs to monitor organisational and financial performance
• Data Governance: Establishing strong data governance practices and resolving data quality issues
• Business Partnering: Providing financial insight to operational teams and supporting strategic initiatives
• Senior Advisory: Acting as a trusted advisor to senior management on financial implications
• Team Leadership: Building, leading and mentoring the FP&A team to foster analytical excellence
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Working with finance, operational and transformation teams to support organisation‑wide initiatives

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Holder of a recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, CIPFA, ACCA or CIMA
• Proven experience of working in a senior finance role within the social housing sector
• Experience with IFRS and FRS102
• Skilled in implementing strong financial controls
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills
• A background in budget management, forecasting and performance reporting
• Previous experience in providing financial insight to senior stakeholders

DESIRABLE

• Experience with lease accounting and revenue recognition standards
• Knowledge of tax matters relevant to the social housing sector
• Experience supporting funding, investment appraisal and transformation programmes

BENEFITS

• 30 days’ holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
• Up to 8% contributory pension
• Flexible working
• Private Medical Insurance

The organisation recognises that some people will only apply for a role if they meet 100% of role requirements. If this sounds like you, they’d still encourage you to apply should you not feel you meet the criteria 100%.

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JOB REF: AWDO-C14167