Strategic FP&A Director - Insight & Impact

National Trust; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent conservation organization in Swindon is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Director to lead their financial strategy. The successful candidate will manage a significant team and be responsible for high-quality financial insights to support decision-making across the organization. This role includes budgeting, forecasting, and championing innovative financial reporting methods. Competitive salary of £110,000 is offered, with flexibility in work location, reflecting the organization's commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme of up to 10%

Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest, and your children (under 18)

Rental deposit loan scheme

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships

Holiday allowance up to 32 days

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Free parking at most Trust places

Qualifications

• Qualified finance professional – CCAB accounting qualification or equivalent experience in financial planning and accounting.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and provide insight that drives decision‑making.
• Experience in managing and developing large, diverse teams of analysts and business partners.
• Experience designing and implementing reporting frameworks and MI systems.
• Ability to lead complex projects and deliver results at pace.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 7 and manage a wider team of around 55.
• Ensure high-quality financial planning and insight to support decision-making.
• Manage financial planning processes including annual budgets and forecasts.
• Champion new approaches to financial reporting and analysis.
• Develop a one-year plan and three-year vision for financial planning.

Skills

Qualified finance professional

Ability to influence senior leaders

Experience in managing diverse teams

Experience designing reporting frameworks

Ability to lead complex projects

Education

CCAB accounting qualification or equivalent

Job description

A prominent conservation organization in Swindon is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Director to lead their financial strategy. The successful candidate will manage a significant team and be responsible for high-quality financial insights to support decision-making across the organization. This role includes budgeting, forecasting, and championing innovative financial reporting methods. Competitive salary of £110,000 is offered, with flexibility in work location, reflecting the organization's commitment to inclusivity.