Strategic Finance Lead

1 week ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Cedar Full time

Cedar is partnering with a Global Financial Services business to secure an Interim Senior FP&A Manager. The role supports the Director of FP&A and is based in their office in The City. This 12-month initial contract offers a salary range of £90,000-£110,000 per annum.

About the Company

This rapidly growing business has significantly impacted the Financial Services market over recent years. They have expanded into EMEA and APAC, with ambitious plans for continued development. As a highly agile, technology-driven firm, they've expanded through strategic acquisitions.

The Role

As Interim Senior FP&A Manager, you'll shape financial strategy by delivering critical analysis, enhancing FP&A processes, and preparing high-quality reports for stakeholders, investors, and board members. You'll be at the centre of decision-making, streamlining data-driven processes and leading initiatives to boost reporting accuracy and efficiency.

  1. You'll collaborate closely with business, control, and support teams to provide accurate, insightful financial analysis for management reporting and external disclosures.
  2. Gather, analyse, and interpret key data to identify performance drivers and metrics essential for corporate planning.
  3. Lead enhancements in management reporting processes, optimising data use for clarity and precision.
  4. Spearhead FP&A reporting development, aligning with standards of a listed environment and ensuring regulatory compliance for investor and stakeholder metrics.
  5. Clearly communicate financial performance, forecasts, and insights, supporting key decisions and investor relations.
  6. Work alongside the FP&A Director to deliver high-quality, data-driven board pack reports with strategic insights and updates.
Your Profile

You'll ideally possess:

  1. A formal Accountancy Qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CA, etc).
  2. Prior experience within a Financial Services business is beneficial.
Benefits and Compensation

This contract role as Interim Senior FP&A Manager offers the chance to work with a talented team and contribute to the company's continued success. Based in The City of London, the office is within walking distance of multiple tube and rail stops, making it an attractive location.



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