Interim Head of FP&A

Interim Head of FP&A

6-9 months

£500-600 depending on experience

London hybrid

CLT0024

Finatal is currently partnered with a well-known real estate business backed by a leading mid-market private equity fund. The company is at a critical phase, focused on scaling its operations and optimizing financial controls to support sustained growth. They are seeking a highly skilled FP&A Specialist to play a critical role in their financial strategy and operations during this transformative stage.

Role Overview:

As the Interim Head of FP&A, you will lead the financial planning and analysis function, providing strategic financial insights and supporting senior management. You will work closely with the CFO and private equity stakeholders, delivering high-quality financial models, driving process improvements, and enabling the business to achieve its ambitious goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead FP&A Function: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to ensure accurate and strategic financial planning across the business.
• Financial Modelling: Develop and refine detailed financial models to support strategic decision-making, business planning, and scenario analysis.
• Performance Analysis: Provide in-depth analysis of financial performance, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities to enhance profitability and cash flow.
• Business Integration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to support business integration efforts, ensuring alignment of financial reporting and processes.
• Senior Management Reporting: Prepare and present detailed financial reports to senior management and private equity investors, providing insights that influence critical business decisions.
• Cash Flow & Working Capital Management: Oversee cash flow, manage working capital, and evaluate potential investment opportunities to ensure the financial stability of the business.
• Process Optimisation: Identify and implement improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.
• Support Strategic Initiatives: Contribute to ad-hoc financial projects, including M&A activity, system enhancements, and growth initiatives.

Qualifications & Experiences:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in a financial planning and analysis role within a private equity-backed business.
• Proven track record in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with business integration, including financial alignment and process harmonisation.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to senior management and investors.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools, with a focus on driving efficiencies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, typical of private equity-backed businesses.
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented with a commercial mindset.