Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

Posted 2 days 12 hours ago by Promatchconsultancy

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Sutherland, Lairg, United Kingdom, IV274
Job Description
Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a commercially astute and analytically driven Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to join a dynamic business with operations across Scotland. This senior role will be pivotal in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and supporting decision-making at board level.


ProMatch Consultancy is exclusively managing the recruitment for this appointment, offering a confidential and consultative process for candidates ready to make a strategic impact.



Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Financial Planning

    • Leading the budgeting, forecasting and rolling cash flow processes

    • Owning the end-to-end planning cycle, ensuring alignment with strategic goals



  • Financial Analysis & Insight

    • Interrogating financial data to ensure accuracy and relevance

    • Delivering actionable insights to support strategic decisions and risk management



  • Performance Management

    • Overseeing monthly management reporting and KPI tracking

    • Preparing board-level reports with clear, concise financial commentary



  • Business Partnering

    • Collaborating with operational teams to optimise performance

    • Ensuring departments are equipped with the financial data they need to deliver on objectives



  • Financial Modelling

    • Maintaining and evolving the three-statement model for forecasting and investment appraisal

    • Supporting scenario planning and covenant tracking with robust modelling



  • External Reporting & Audit

    • Preparing external reports in line with listing requirements

    • Liaising with auditors and ensure timely, accurate responses during year-end



  • Accounts Preparation

    • Leading year-end accounts preparation using Caseware

    • Ensuring compliance with IFRS and provide supporting calculations



  • Process Improvement

    • Driving enhancements in reporting and analytics

    • Optimising systems and data capture to support deeper financial insight





The successful candidate will have

  • Proven experience in FP&A leadership, ideally within a listed or multi-site business

  • A recognised accounting qualification (CIMA preferential) and a relevant degree in finance or a related discipline

  • Strong technical accounting knowledge and modelling capability

  • Confident communicator with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach

  • Comfortable working across functions and presenting at board level



This is a high-impact strategic role, ideal for someone ready to lead, challenge and shape financial thinking at the heart of the business. In return, you'll receive a competitive and negotiable salary package, with benefits tailored to reflect your experience and the value you bring.