About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative travel company, is committed to delivering exceptional experiences and services to their customers. They are seeking a strategic and results-driven Head of FP&A to lead their financial planning and analysis team, driving performance and shaping the financial strategy of the organisation.

Job Description:
As the Head of FP&A, you will play a pivotal role in steering the financial direction of the company. You will provide data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with business goals in a fast-paced and customer-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the FP&A team, ensuring accurate financial forecasting, planning, and analysis. Develop and implement advanced financial models to support business growth and strategic initiatives. Analyse financial performance, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights to key stakeholders. Collaborate with operational teams to create and monitor budgets, aligning them with organisational objectives. Oversee the annual budgeting process and long-term financial planning activities. Present clear and compelling financial reports and strategic recommendations to the executive team. Evaluate and enhance financial processes, systems, and controls to improve efficiency and accuracy. Support business expansion activities, including financial evaluation of new markets and ventures. Build and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Key Requirements:

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience in a senior FP&A role. Proven experience leading and developing finance teams in a fast-paced, consumer-facing industry (experience in travel or related sectors is highly desirable). Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, capable of interpreting complex data and providing actionable insights. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders. Advanced proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion). Strategic thinker with a proactive and problem-solving approach. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the travel industry dynamics.

What We Offer:

An opportunity to work with a leading brand in the travel industry. A competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working, with 3 to 4 days in the office. A collaborative and innovative work environment. Career development opportunities in a growing organisation. Apply NowCreate Job Alert