We are currently working in partnership with a historic, high performing school based in South-West London, who have created a brand new Head of FP&A role within their Finance department!

They are ideally looking to hire on an initial 2 month rolling basis, with the view to possibly take someone on permanently in a few months’ time. The permanent salary is currently up to around £65,000, but for the temporary role they can be somewhat flexible (likely to be up to around £550 perday umbrella, depending on experience).

The role is full time, Monday – Friday and offers a couple of days per week working from home.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CIPFA or equivalent).

Duties will include – but are not limited to:

• Leading the month-end closure process to ensure accurate and timely management accounts

• Preparing monthly payroll cost reconciliations and full year pay forecasts

• Producing management accounts with detailed variance analysis and commentary

• Designing and developing reporting packs using modern financial tools and technology

• Monitoring and reporting on capital projects and large capex spend

• Managing the annual budgeting and forecasting process for designated budget holders

• Supporting the Finance Director in consolidating the school-wide budget and long-term financial forecasts

• Maintaining and updating cost centre approval workflows to reflect organisational changes

• Enhancing budget holders’ financial understanding through training and ongoing support

• Acting as the primary finance contact for assigned departments, providing financial guidance

• Undertaking financial analysis and reporting for strategic initiatives as required

• Supporting the Finance Director and senior leadership team with special projects

• Collaborating with other finance department members on financial accounting tasks 

• Assisting with year-end processes and preparation of financial statements

• Responding to audit queries and preparing supporting documentation

Experience required:

• Qualified accountant – essential

• Proven experience in a senior FP&A role

• Strong technical skills in budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis

• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems and reporting tools

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to lead change and improve financial processes

Working hours:

• 40 hours per week

• Monday – Friday

• Hybrid working – 2 days per week working from home

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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