Head of FP&A

ConnectingDots; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology service provider is seeking a Head of FP&A in Manchester. This role involves leading financial planning, budgeting, and analysis activities while providing insights and strategic recommendations to senior management. Opportunities for career growth and a competitive salary package are offered, along with hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Annual company bonus

Industry leading pension

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Discount & perks platform

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading financial planning and analysis.
• Proven track record in financial modeling and strategic insight delivery.
• Strong ability in team management and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual budgeting and financial forecasting processes.
• Conduct scenario analysis to evaluate financial impacts.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration

Master's degree (MBA) or professional finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA)

Tools

Anaplan

Peoplesoft

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HEAD OF FP&A / MANCHESTER / HYBRID / £60,000 - £70,000 PLUS BENEFITS

WEX Inc.is a global financial technology service provider that simplifies complex payment systems for businesses across various sectors. WEX is publicly traded on the NYSE.

We have an exciting opening for a Head of FP&A to support the WEX Europe Mobility sector. WEX is one of Europe's largest providers of fuel cards throughout Europe including UK, Germany, France, Italy Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg and is in partnership with ESSO and Europe garages.

The Head of FP&A will lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis activities for WEX Europe Fleet line of Business, providing critical insights and strategic recommendations to senior management in the business and Corporate Finance.

Whats on Offer?

• Highly Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)
• Annual company bonus
• 37.5 hour week- Monday to Friday, no evenings or weekends
• Hybrid working from our Manchester City Centre office (1 2days per week)
• Industry leading pension
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays with the opportunity to purchase additional holidays
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Discount & perks platform
• Employee wellbeing
  
  

Key Responsibilities Of The Head Of FP&A

• Oversee and manage the annual budgeting process, periodic reforecasts, and long-range financial planning.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models for projecting revenues, expenses, cash flows, and capital expenditures.
• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to evaluate the financial impact of various business decisions and market conditions.
• Analyse current financial performance against historical data, budgets, and forecasts, identifying variances and underlying drivers.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reviews, to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted financial advisor and business partner to various department heads and senior leadership across the organisation.
• Participate in cross-functional projects, offering financial expertise and strategic support for new initiatives, investments, and business cases.
• Identify potential financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Recruit and retain top talent within the FP&A function.
  
  

Experience Youll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree (e.g., MBA) and/or professional finance qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) highly preferred.
• Progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related field.
• Significant experience in a leadership or management role within FP&A.
• Proven track record of driving strategic insight and delivering impactful financial analysis.
• Advanced financial modeling and forecasting skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial planning systems Anaplan, peoplesoft and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong leadership, team management, and coaching skills.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, results-oriented approach.
  
  

Whats next?

If you believe you have the passion to join our team as Head of FP&A wish to help grow WEX then please APPLY TODAY for immediate consideration