We are partnering with a high-growth, private equity backed professional services group, based in Solihull, West Midlands, embarking on an ambitious buy-and-build journey. With significant capital investment and a strong pipeline of acquisitions, this is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal stage and play a key role in shaping the financial strategy and value creation agenda.
As Head of FP&A, you will operate at the centre of the business, working closely with the CFO, investors, and senior leadership team, to deliver strategic insights, drive performance, and support an active M&A programme.
This is a highly visible leadership role based at the head offices in Solihull, with responsibility for building and leading a best-in-class FP&A function in a fast-paced, acquisitive environment.
Responsibilities to include:
- As Head of FP&A, lead the Group's planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic modelling
- Deliver high-quality board and investor reporting tailored to a private equity audience
- Play a central role in M&A activity, including financial modelling, business cases, and due diligence support
- Drive post-acquisition integration, ensuring consistency in reporting and performance tracking across the Group
- Provide deep commercial insight, supporting operational leaders to improve performance and profitability
- Lead change and transformation initiatives, improving reporting, processes, systems, and data integrity
Candidate profile required:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
- Significant FP&A leadership experience within a private equity backed business
- Strong exposure to M&A activity and buy-and-build strategies
- Proven experience driving change and improving reporting, processes, and systems
- Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at senior level
What's on offer:
£90,000 - £100,000 + benefits to include bonus
Solihull based (Hybrid)
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