At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive commercial strategy and create impactful financial models to guide decision-making.
- Company: High-growth manufacturing business seeking a dynamic finance leader.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: High-visibility role with autonomy to modernise reporting and drive growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of finance in a leading company and influence key business decisions.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with strong financial modelling and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Location: Ballymena Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
Salary range: c. £80,000-£100,000 + Benefits Package
Are you a commercially minded finance leader who thrives on turning complex operational data into boardroom strategy? A high-growth, innovative manufacturing business is seeking a sharp, ambitious Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to act as a key commercial partner to the Finance Director and Executive Leadership team.
If you are looking for a role that goes far beyond routine month-end reporting-where you can build predictive models, evaluate major capital investments, and directly influence commercial performance-this is it.
What you will do
- Drive Commercial Strategy: Partner directly with Executive leads and department heads to shape the company's medium-to-long-term strategic financial plans.
- Build High-Impact Models: Create, refine, and own fully integrated financial models, rolling forecasts, and scenario analyses to guide decision‑making across product lines.
- Evaluate Investments: Lead financial appraisals for new business cases, capital expenditure, and growth initiatives.
- Transform Performance Reporting: Move beyond standard actuals vs. budget variance analysis to deliver forward‑looking commercial insights and robust operational KPIs.
- Bridge Operations & Finance: Work hands‑on with non‑finance teams to challenge assumptions, streamline budgeting, and maximize gross margin visibility.
What we are looking for
- Qualified Finance Leader: Fully qualified accountant (FCCA / CIMA / ACA) with a proven track record in manufacturing, engineering, or complex operational environments.
- Exceptional Modeller: Advanced financial modelling capability with a deep passion for data‑driven storytelling and forecasting accuracy.
- Commercial Mindset: Demonstrated experience evaluating business cases, product line profitability, and working capital dynamics.
- Strong Influencer: A natural communicator who can build immediate credibility with operational managers and present seamlessly at Board level.
This is a high‑visibility leadership position within a business operating at the forefront of its sector. You will have full autonomy to shape the FP&A function, modernise reporting frameworks, and play a pivotal role in the company’s growth trajectory.
Head of Finance - FP&A in Ballymena employer: Atkinson Moss
Atkinson Moss Finance is an exceptional employer, offering a fully remote role that provides flexibility and autonomy for the Accounts Assistant position. With a strong focus on employee growth and a dynamic work culture, team members are encouraged to innovate and contribute to the company's ambitious expansion plans across the UK and Europe. Joining this well-established global business means being part of a results-driven environment where your contributions truly matter.
