Head of FP&A

We are partnering with a high-growth, private equity backed professional services group, based in Solihull, West Midlands, embarking on an ambitious buy-and-build journey. With significant capital investment and a strong pipeline of acquisitions, this is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal stage and play a key role in shaping the financial strategy and value creation agenda.

As Head of FP&A, you will operate at the centre of the business, working closely with the CFO, investors, and senior leadership team, to deliver strategic insights, drive performance, and support an active M&A programme.

This is a highly visible leadership role based at the head offices in Solihull, with responsibility for building and leading a best-in-class FP&A function in a fast-paced, acquisitive environment.

Responsibilities to include:

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• As Head of FP&A, lead the Group's planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic modelling
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• Deliver high-quality board and investor reporting tailored to a private equity audience
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• Play a central role in M&A activity, including financial modelling, business cases, and due diligence support
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• Drive post-acquisition integration, ensuring consistency in reporting and performance tracking across the Group
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• Provide deep commercial insight, supporting operational leaders to improve performance and profitability
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• Lead change and transformation initiatives, improving reporting, processes, systems, and data integrity
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Candidate profile required:

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• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
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• Significant FP&A leadership experience within a private equity backed business
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• Strong exposure to M&A activity and buy-and-build strategies
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• Proven experience driving change and improving reporting, processes, and systems
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• Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills
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• Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at senior level
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What's on offer:

£90,000 - £110,000 + benefits to include bonus

Solihull based (Hybrid)

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