At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial planning, budgeting, and performance reporting for strategic growth.
- Company: Join a dynamic organisation with a focus on employee development and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, enhanced parental pay, and travel discounts.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by transforming data into strategic business insights.
- Qualifications: Accountancy qualification and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Position Overview
Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting activities across the organisation.
This role reports to the Managing Director and is part of the Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic financial leadership and insight.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis.
- Provide robust financial information to support decision‑making and sustainable growth.
- Act as a trusted business partner to executive and operational leaders.
- Identify risks, opportunities and performance trends to drive financial accountability.
- Transform data into meaningful business insight and influence strategic outcomes.
- Required Qualifications
- An accountancy qualification such as AAT, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with confidence to interpret complex financial data and present insights.
- Excellent problem‑solving abilities and proactive approach to identifying issues and recommending solutions.
- Experience analysing financial and operational performance to support informed business decisions.
- Proven understanding of database systems and ability to work with data for accurate reporting.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence and challenge constructively at all levels.
- Highly organised, detail‑focused and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience within the travel industry is advantageous but not essential.
- Employment Details
Full‑time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9:00 am‑5:00 pm.
Hybrid work pattern of three days in the office (Head Office, Fred Olsen House, 42 White House Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 5LL) and two days at home.
Benefits
- Axa Health Private Medical and Life Assurance.
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay.
- Discounted travel and cruise concessions.
- Retail discounts and cash back incentives via Boost Benefits scheme.
- Accredited by Investors in People with a focus on employee development.
EEO Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the application process upon request.
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Head of Financial Planning and Analysis in Ipswich employer: FRED. OLSEN TRAVEL LIMITED
As the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis at our Ipswich office, you will join a dynamic team that values strategic insight and financial leadership. We offer a supportive work culture with a strong emphasis on employee development, enhanced benefits including private medical insurance and generous parental leave, and a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that every voice is heard, making this an excellent place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
FRED. OLSEN TRAVEL LIMITED Recruitment Team
