Head of FP&A

Head of FP&A

PE‑Backed SaaS & Data Consultancy

Location: Remote (UK‑based)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Job Reference: 31748

Overview

A high‑growth, private equity‑backed SaaS and data consultancy is seeking a Head of FP&A to build and lead a best‑in‑class financial planning and analysis function.

This is a newly created role, introduced to support the next phase of growth following PE investment and ongoing M&A activity. Reporting directly to the CFO, the role will play a central part in shaping financial insight, strengthening management information, and supporting strategic decision‑making across the business.

The Head of FP&A will act as a true commercial partner to the senior leadership team, with regular exposure to the CEO, board, and private equity stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting cycles
• Own performance tracking against financial and operational KPIs, with a strong SaaS focus
• Develop forward‑looking MI and analytics to support insight‑led decision‑making

Business Partnering

• Partner closely with senior commercial and operational leaders
• Build a deep understanding of revenue drivers and cost dynamics
• Provide insight, challenge, and support to improve business performance

Reporting & Board Support

• Support the preparation of board packs, including analysis and commentary
• Deliver high‑quality reporting for PE and investor stakeholders
• Maintain and develop the three‑statement financial model (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)

M&A & Integration

• Support the financial integration of acquired businesses
• Track post‑acquisition performance and KPI alignment
• Prior M&A exposure is advantageous but not essential

Leadership & Development

• Influence and potentially lead FP&A and finance business partnering activity as the function evolves
• Work closely with the CFO and Head of Finance on strategic and value‑creation initiatives

Candidate Profile

Background & Experience

• ACA qualified, ideally trained within a Top 10 firm
• Background in Audit, Transaction Services, or Corporate Finance
• Experience transitioning into industry early in career to learn best‑practice financial operations
• Proven experience in a PE‑backed business and/or high‑growth SME environment
• Strong FP&A experience, ideally with ownership of planning processes
• Exposure to M&A and integrations is a plus

Skills & Attributes

• Highly analytical with strong Excel and financial modelling skills
• Strong PowerPoint and presenting skills
• Confident partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing decision‑makers
• Experience improving management information and KPI reporting
• Bright, driven, commercially minded, and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment

Why Join?

• Newly created, high‑impact role with genuine ownership and influence
• PE‑backed business with momentum, a clear growth strategy, and active M&A agenda
• Significant exposure to senior leadership, board, and investors
• Flexible, adult working culture with a fully remote model
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package