Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

Location: Ealing office base with hybrid working Contract: 12-month fixed term contract, 35 hours per week Role Overview We are looking for a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to join our dedicated Finance department. The Head of FP&A will lead the Business Partnering function, providing strategic insight and robust financial analysis to support decision-making across the housing association. The immediate priority will be to enhance the accuracy and reliability of financial forecasts, deliver the immediate budget requirement and to develop comprehensive performance reporting frameworks that drive accountability and operational efficiency. Forecasting & Planning Review and improve existing forecasting models to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with business objectives Implement best practices in financial planning processes, including scenario analysis and sensitivity testing Own the build and ongoing development of a three statement excel financial model for reporting and forecasting Budgeting Oversee the annual budgeting cycle, ensuring realistic, data-driven budgets aligned with strategic priorities Introduce improvements to budgeting methodologies, including zero-based or rolling budgets where appropriate Provide guidance and challenge to budget holders to ensure robust assumptions and cost control Performance Reporting Design and deliver clear, actionable performance reports for senior leadership and the Board Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor financial and operational performance across the organisation Establish robust data governance practices to ensure completeness, consistency, and accuracy of financial and operational data Work with internal teams to identify and resolve data quality issues impacting reporting and forecasting Business Partnering Work closely with operational teams to provide financial insight and support strategic initiatives Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, ensuring financial implications are understood and managed effectively Leadership & Team Development Build, lead and mentor the FP&A team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and analytical excellence Ensure effective collaboration with other finance functions, including accounting and treasury Supervise and mentor finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement Collaborate with operational teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making Collaborate with various transformation teams – including as customer to the longer term plans for Finance transformation Contribute to strategic projects including funding, investment appraisal, and financial modelling Qualifications Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in Math’s and English (Grades A*- C) Holder of a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA) Experience of senior finance role in the social housing sector Knowledge of IFRS and FRS102 (Expert) Knowledge of implementing leases and revenue recognition accounting standards (Proficient) Knowledge of tax in relation to social housing sector (Proficient) Skilled in implementing strong financial controls (Expert) About us We’re a UK housing association committed to a vision – providing homes people love to live in. With over 38,000 homes in management across London and southern England, we provide a wide range of homes for social, affordable and private rent, specialist housing services, as well as homes for sale and shared ownership. Our 70,000 customers have diverse backgrounds and levels of income and we’re here to provide all of them with homes that are safe, high quality and sustainable. And with social housing roots going back eight decades, we continue to ensure that every penny of profit we make is reinvested into our charitable social purpose – delivering more homes and better services for customers. We’re also members of the G15, a group of leading housing associations that work together to house one in ten Londoners and tackle the housing crisis. Benefits Up to 8% contributory pension Private Medical Insurance Diversity & Inclusion We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, and we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the process - just contact our Resourcing Team at resourcing@a2dominion.co.uk. We know some people hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. If that’s you, we encourage you to apply if your skills and experience align – please get in touch with us to talk it through. At A2Dominion, we value diversity, embrace flexibility, and are a family‑friendly employer. Everyone belongs here. Join us and help make a lasting difference in the lives of our customers. Resourcing Partner – Ryan Loasby – ryan.loasby@a2dominion.co.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr