Head of Fp&a

**Are you a talented and motivated finance professional looking for a new challenge?**

**We have the perfect role for you**

As the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, you will play a critical role in driving performance across the Group through budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting processes. You'll also support investor relations activities and collaborate on various ad-hoc projects.

**What's in it for you?**

Opportunity to join and play a part in the midst of an exciting strategic transformation As our Head of FP&A, you'll be at the forefront of supporting the management team to deliver exceptional results. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact and drive positive change in a dynamic and innovative environment.

**What you'll do**:

- Lead the annual budget process, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness for all stakeholders.
- Drive quarterly reforecasts to reflect in-year changes and assess full-year profit expectations monthly, supporting action plans as needed. Deliver monthly management information to key management teams and the Board Report.
- Conduct monthly performance reviews, engaging with financial and operational stakeholders to address any performance issues.
- Play a pivotal role in various areas, including Investor Relations, Executive Remuneration, and other ad-hoc projects.
- Champion a step-change in the quality of our planning, reporting, and performance management activities.

**What we're looking for**:

- Exhibit a high degree of resilience and self-motivation, showcasing a proactive and positive attitude.
- Possess strong influencing skills and the confidence to drive senior leaders to action.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment, making confident decisions at pace.
- Showcase excellent financial modelling and analytical skills, providing valuable insights.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of your work.
- Communicate effectively with excellent written and verbal skills.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships within and outside of the finance function.
- Previous experience leading an FP&A function at a similar-sized company is highly desirable.
- A professional accountancy qualification is strongly preferred.

**Halfords operates a hybrid working policy with 2 days a week on site at our support centre in Redditch Worcestershire.