Interim FP&A Consultant

Blackwaters Consulting Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an Interim FP&A Manager to support a private-equity-backed construction group in the UK. This role, focused on financial planning and analysis, requires proven experience in project-based environments and advanced financial modelling skills. The ideal candidate will deliver rolling forecasts and high-quality reports to support decision-making at the CFO level. A hands-on approach and ability to work in a fast-paced setting are essential for this high-impact assignment.

Qualifications

• Proven interim FP&A experience in construction or engineering.
• Strong understanding of cash dynamics and revenue recognition.
• Experience in PE-backed environments.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver rolling forecasts across P&L, cashflow, and balance sheet.
• Produce analysis on project profitability and productivity.
• Deliver high-quality monthly reporting for CFO and investors.

Skills

FP&A experience

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Project accounting

Revenue recognition

Cash dynamics

Ability to influence stakeholders

Job description

Interim FP&A Manager / Head of FP&A

PE-Backed Construction Group

Duration : 3-6 months

Start : ASAP

Location : UK (hybrid)

Day Rate : £500 - £700 per day.

The Opportunity

We are supporting a private-equity-backed construction and projects business in the appointment of an Interim FP&A lead. The business is experiencing rapid growth, increased project complexity, and heightened investor reporting requirements. This is a critical role, reporting into the CFO, focused on stabilising and upgrading financial planning, forecasting, and performance insight across the group.

This role will suit a hands‑on interim with strong experience in construction, engineering services, or project‑based environments, who is comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, PE‑owned setting.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Own and deliver rolling forecasts across P&L, cashflow, and balance sheet, with a strong focus on cash and working capital.
• Build and maintain project‑level and group‑level financial models, including scenario and sensitivity analysis.
• Support annual budgeting and re‑forecast cycles, coordinating inputs from operations and commercial teams.

Performance & Commercial Insight

• Produce clear, decision‑ready analysis on project profitability, margins, cost overruns, and productivity.
• Partner closely with operational leaders to challenge assumptions and improve financial outcomes.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards aligned to PE and lender expectations.

PE & Stakeholder Reporting

• Deliver high‑quality monthly reporting and board‑level analysis for CFO and investors.
• Support covenant forecasting, lender reporting, and value‑creation initiatives.
• Act as a trusted FP&A partner to the CFO during a period of change.

Process Improvement

• Improve FP&A tools, models, and reporting processes (often Excel‑led).
• Bring structure, pace, and clarity to forecasting in a complex project environment.

Candidate Profile

• Proven interim FP&A experience in construction, engineering, infrastructure, or project‑based services.
• Strong understanding of project accounting, WIP, revenue recognition, and cash dynamics.
• Experience in PE‑backed or highly leveraged environments.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability.
• Confident operator who can work at pace and influence senior stakeholders.
• Available at short notice or immediately.
• Must be able to drive.

Why This Role?

• High‑impact interim assignment with PE exposure.
• Opportunity to shape FP&A in a growing, operationally complex business.
• Close working relationship with an experienced CFO and investment partners.