Principal Adaptive Planning Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy in the heart of Bath seeks a Principal Adaptive Planning Consultant to drive high-impact financial transformation projects. The successful candidate will engage with senior leaders to deliver tailored Adaptive Planning solutions while mentoring junior consultants. This role offers an excellent opportunity to shape the future of finance within a rapidly expanding firm known for its exceptional service and innovative approach.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading Adaptive Planning implementations in a consultancy.
• Strong FP&A processes, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling understanding.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementations of Workday Adaptive Planning solutions.
• Engage with CFOs and FP&A teams to design models.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in Adaptive Planning implementations

Understanding of FP&A processes

Tools

Workday Financials

NetSuite

Anaplan

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are working with the UK’s leading Adaptive Planning delivery partner, a company that has achieved Platinum partner status and is expanding rapidly across Europe. Known for delivering high-impact financial transformation projects, this consultancy partners with some of the world’s most recognisable brands across a range of industries. With a strong reputation for excellence and a growing team of specialists, they offer an exciting opportunity for experienced consultants who want to shape the future of finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementations of Workday Adaptive Planning solutions for mid to enterprise clients
• Engage directly with CFOs, FDs, and FP&A teams to understand requirements and design fit-for-purpose models
• Translate complex business needs into technical solutions and oversee configuration and delivery
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication
• Provide quality assurance across deliverables and ensure adherence to project standards
• Support pre-sales activity, including demos, scoping, and proposal development
• Mentor and support junior consultants and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team

Requirements

• Proven experience leading Adaptive Planning implementations, ideally in a consultancy setting
• Strong understanding of FP&A processes, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable managing multiple workstreams and working in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of related systems (e.g., Workday Financials, NetSuite, Anaplan) is a bonus
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and Europe when required