Head of Financial Planning and Analysis / FP&A
| Posting date: | 03 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £90,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 January 2026 |
| Location: | Ealing, West London |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | AWD online |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | AWDO-C14167 |
Summary
Head of Financial Planning and Analysis / FP&A
An exciting opportunity for a strategic finance professional to lead forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting within a purpose-led organisation, using strong financial modelling and analytical skills to support informed decision-making.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Finance Manager, Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Controller, Finance Business Partner
SALARY: £90,000 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Hybrid – working from the office in Ealing, West London (W5) and from home
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis who will lead the Business Partnering function and strengthen financial insight, modelling and reporting across the organisation.
As a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis you will enhance forecasting processes, develop robust performance frameworks and collaborate with operational teams to support strategic planning and transformation.
In this role as the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis you will drive improvements in data governance, financial controls and scenario-based planning, ensuring the organisation can make informed, forward-looking decisions that support long-term sustainability.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis include:
• Forecasting And Planning: Reviewing and improving forecasting models to strengthen accuracy and alignment with organisational goals
• Financial Modelling: Leading the development of a three-statement Excel model for reporting and forecasting
• Budgeting Leadership: Overseeing the annual budgeting cycle and enhancing budgeting methodologies
• Performance Reporting: Designing clear performance reports for senior leadership and the Board
• KPI Development: Creating dashboards and KPIs to monitor organisational and financial performance
• Data Governance: Establishing strong data governance practices and resolving data quality issues
• Business Partnering: Providing financial insight to operational teams and supporting strategic initiatives
• Senior Advisory: Acting as a trusted advisor to senior management on financial implications
• Team Leadership: Building, leading and mentoring the FP&A team to foster analytical excellence
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working with finance, operational and transformation teams to support organisation-wide initiatives
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Holder of a recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, CIPFA, ACCA or CIMA
• Proven experience of working in a senior finance role within the social housing sector
• Experience with IFRS and FRS102
• Skilled in implementing strong financial controls
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills
• A background in budget management, forecasting and performance reporting
• Previous experience in providing financial insight to senior stakeholders
DESIRABLE
• Experience with lease accounting and revenue recognition standards
• Knowledge of tax matters relevant to the social housing sector
• Experience supporting funding, investment appraisal and transformation programmes
BENEFITS
• 30 days’ holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
• Up to 8% contributory pension
• Flexible working
• Private Medical Insurance
The organisation recognises that some people will only apply for a role if they meet 100% of role requirements. If this sounds like you, they’d still encourage you to apply should you not feel you meet the criteria 100%.
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-C14167
Full-Time, Contract Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Ealing, West London. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
An exciting opportunity for a strategic finance professional to lead forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting within a purpose-led organisation, using strong financial modelling and analytical skills to support informed decision-making.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Finance Manager, Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Controller, Finance Business Partner
SALARY: £90,000 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Hybrid – working from the office in Ealing, West London (W5) and from home
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis who will lead the Business Partnering function and strengthen financial insight, modelling and reporting across the organisation.
As a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis you will enhance forecasting processes, develop robust performance frameworks and collaborate with operational teams to support strategic planning and transformation.
In this role as the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis you will drive improvements in data governance, financial controls and scenario-based planning, ensuring the organisation can make informed, forward-looking decisions that support long-term sustainability.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis include:
• Forecasting And Planning: Reviewing and improving forecasting models to strengthen accuracy and alignment with organisational goals
• Financial Modelling: Leading the development of a three-statement Excel model for reporting and forecasting
• Budgeting Leadership: Overseeing the annual budgeting cycle and enhancing budgeting methodologies
• Performance Reporting: Designing clear performance reports for senior leadership and the Board
• KPI Development: Creating dashboards and KPIs to monitor organisational and financial performance
• Data Governance: Establishing strong data governance practices and resolving data quality issues
• Business Partnering: Providing financial insight to operational teams and supporting strategic initiatives
• Senior Advisory: Acting as a trusted advisor to senior management on financial implications
• Team Leadership: Building, leading and mentoring the FP&A team to foster analytical excellence
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working with finance, operational and transformation teams to support organisation-wide initiatives
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Holder of a recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, CIPFA, ACCA or CIMA
• Proven experience of working in a senior finance role within the social housing sector
• Experience with IFRS and FRS102
• Skilled in implementing strong financial controls
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills
• A background in budget management, forecasting and performance reporting
• Previous experience in providing financial insight to senior stakeholders
DESIRABLE
• Experience with lease accounting and revenue recognition standards
• Knowledge of tax matters relevant to the social housing sector
• Experience supporting funding, investment appraisal and transformation programmes
BENEFITS
• 30 days’ holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
• Up to 8% contributory pension
• Flexible working
• Private Medical Insurance
The organisation recognises that some people will only apply for a role if they meet 100% of role requirements. If this sounds like you, they’d still encourage you to apply should you not feel you meet the criteria 100%.
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-C14167
Full-Time, Contract Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Ealing, West London. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk