At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the FP&A function and provide commercial insights for business growth.
- Company: High-growth, private equity-backed SaaS business in Central London.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, flexible working, and opportunity to influence key decisions.
- Other info: ASAP start with potential for remote work three days a week.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and drive financial performance in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with 10+ years in FP&A and strong SaaS metrics knowledge.
Day
Location: Central London – 3 days per week in the office ASAP Start (can possibly wait 1 month) We are partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed Saa S business to recruit an Interim Director of FP&A.
Reporting to the CFO, this role will lead the FP&A function and provide commercial insight to support business growth and decision‑making.
Essential Experience within a private equity-backed Saa S / software business Responsibilities Lead the FP&A function and manage a small team.
Own the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning process.
Produce monthly Board reporting and analysis.
Own reporting across key Saa S metrics including ARR, CARR, retention, churn and sales pipeline.
Partner with Sales, Revenue and C‑suite stakeholders to drive performance.
Provide analysis on business performance, risks and opportunities.
Build financial models and scenario analysis to support decision‑making.
Improve forecasting processes, reporting and management information.
Support M&A activity, integration projects and PE value creation initiatives.
Candidate Profile Qualified accountant with
10+ years’ experience in FP&A, commercial finance or strategic finance roles.
Proven experience leading FP&A teams and partnering with CFOs and senior stakeholders.
Strong understanding of Saa S metrics including ARR, retention, churn, pipeline and unit economics.
Experience producing Board reporting and presenting financial insights to senior audiences.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to challenge and influence stakeholders.
Experience improving forecasting, reporting processes and finance systems.
Advanced Excel skills and experience with FP&A tools.
Confident communicator with strong judgement and executive presence.
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, PE‑backed environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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