Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a globally recognised organisation in the search for a dynamic and commercially astute Director of Financial Planning & Analysis on a 12-month FTC basis. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, fast-evolving finance leadership team at a pivotal point in the company’s strategic journey.

About you

As the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, you will lead a team responsible for shaping and delivering financial insight that informs strategic decisions across the business. You’ll play a key role in enhancing profitability, aligning global operations, and preparing the finance function for future growth.

The role

• Global Exposure: Operate at the heart of an international finance structure, influencing outcomes across multiple regions
• Strategic Impact: Your insights will help shape the commercial and operational direction of the business
• Transformation Agenda: You\’ll be part of a broader initiative to modernise and elevate financial systems, controls, and reporting
• Leadership Opportunity: Lead and mentor a skilled FP&A team, and establish a forward-thinking culture rooted in insight, excellence, and innovation

As the Director of FP&A, your role will include, but not be limited to:

• Lead the global financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting process across multiple entities and regions
• Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual performance cycles, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals
• Deliver timely, insightful market and sector reporting, spotting headwinds and tailwinds early
• Introduce data storytelling and forward-looking financial dashboards that enable timely decision-making
• Champion a financial literacy programme across the practice, strengthening understanding and accountability
• Support scenario and sensitivity modelling to assess risk and surface commercial opportunities
• Produce and continuously enhance the global financial KPI suite to support performance tracking
• Oversee and improve consolidation processes and reporting cycles
• Take ownership of long-range planning models and scenario planning initiatives (1, 3, and 6-year horizons)
• Support governance, risk management, and internal control enhancements as the business grows
• Manage and inspire a team of 6 finance professionals, embedding a culture of development and continuous improvement

What we\’re looking for

• A qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) with significant FP&A leadership experience
• A track record of successfully supporting senior leadership with strategic insight
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at board level
• Comfortable navigating complex, multi-region, and matrixed environments
• Previous experience in delivering change through improved processes, controls, and technology
• Proven ability to lead teams, coach talent, and deliver results in a collaborative, agile environment

What the client has to offer

• Salary benchmarked at circa £100-110k
• 10% car allowance
• Excellent benefits
• 3 days office / 2 days from home

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Dan Morris at dan@citadelsource.com