Head of Financial Planning

1 month ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom Inspired Thinking Group (ITG) Full time

The Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will play a critical role in the financial leadership of the company. This role is responsible for driving the strategic financial planning process, leading budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis efforts, and providing actionable insights to the executive team. Additionally, the role will assist in financial control activities at the corporate level, ensuring the company’s financial health, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning.

The Group is private equity backed and has ambitious growth plans, requiring robust financial planning and reporting support to deliver clear insight to the business and investors.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership:

  • Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
  • Develop long-term financial models to support strategic decision-making and evaluate potential business opportunities.
  • Provide strategic recommendations to the executive team based on financial analysis and projections.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and analysis, including variance analysis, key performance indicators (KPIs), and ad-hoc analysis.
  • Drive continuous improvement in the financial planning and analysis processes, including automation and standardisation of reporting.

Financial Strategy & Planning:

  • Lead the development and execution of the head office’s financial strategy in alignment with the company’s overall business objectives.
  • Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management to support long-term growth and profitability.
  • Lead financial analysis for major projects, capital investments, and other strategic initiatives.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, management reports, and board presentations.
  • Maintain and enforce robust financial controls and procedures to safeguard the company’s assets.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance requirements.

Financial Operations Management:

  • Manage consolidated cash flow, working capital, and financial risks to ensure the company’s liquidity and financial stability.
  • Engage with the wider team on financial process design, implementing automation and system improvements where necessary.
  • Support due diligence and financial integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Partner with business unit leaders to develop financial plans and forecasts that align with business objectives.
  • Work closely with private equity investors and other key stakeholders to support company initiatives.

Team Leadership:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning.
  • Set clear performance goals and provide regular feedback and development opportunities for team members.
  • Collaborate with regional and divisional finance teams to ensure alignment and consistency in financial practices.

Please note this will be an 18-month fixed term contract, working two/three days out of ITG's head office in Fort Dunlop, and two days working from home.

Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, with 3 years in a senior finance role.
  • Extensive experience in corporate finance, financial planning, and analysis, preferably within a head office environment.
  • Experience using Prophix or similar Budgeting, Planning & Reporting tool.
  • Qualified Accountant (ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA).
  • Top 10 Practice background preferred.
  • Understanding of Services and Technology businesses.
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a focus on developing and empowering finance teams.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership.

Benefits

Work’s a treat

On top of a competitive salary, you can expect a whole load of perks:

  • 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays – we understand the importance of you getting some down time.
  • Annual Wellbeing Day – enjoy an additional day on us to look after your physical and mental wellbeing.
  • Pension Scheme – helping you save towards your retirement home in the sun
  • Corporate Medical Cash Plan – claim back the cost of your medical treatments.
  • Smart Working Options – spend up to 40% of your working week from home.
  • So many savings – through our online community platform, you can access dozens of daily deals, from money off top brands to discounts on days out.
  • Employee Assistance Programme – our people are at the heart of everything we do, so if you’re happy, we’re happy.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme – save on the cost of biking to work.
  • Monthly Employee Awards - Employee of the Month programme with £250 bonus
  • Raising money for charity including a paid Volunteer Day – we’re all about giving back… and having lots of fun in the process
  • Referral scheme – know the perfect person to join the team? You could bag £1,500 for a putting a good word in.
  • Wellbeing Programme – giving you the opportunity to join regular, interactive Wellbeing Workshops or join our 30 plus Wellbeing Champions.
  • Enhanced Family Friendly Leave – support for you and your family to help you navigate through the craziness of family life.


We Value Diversity

We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too.

At the end of the day, we make sure we take time to look after ourselves, each other, and the planet, because we’re always stronger together.

ITG have a number of community groups available to employees and exist to offer a safe space for like-minded colleagues, with shared interests to connect, socialise and check in with each other.

These include Black ITGers Together, LGBTQ+ Together, Mens Health Together, Muslims Together, Neurodiversity Together, Working Parents and Carers Together and Women In Tech Together.


What next?

If you found yourself interested in knowing more, drop us your application and someone from our team will be in touch.

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