Head of Financial Planning in Manchester

Head of Financial Planning in Manchester

Manchester Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
HW Finance

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead financial planning and analysis, driving executive decision-making with data insights.
  • Company: High-growth SaaS business undergoing exciting transformation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Collaborate with industry leaders and gain exposure to private equity.
  • Why this job: Join a thriving company and make a real impact on its financial future.
  • Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with SaaS or Fintech experience; strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

HW Finance are currently partnered with a high growth SaaS business in their search for a Commercial Finance Lead as they undergo a period of exciting change and transformation under their Private Equity owners. Our client have near doubled their EBITDA to c. £20m in the last 18 months due to a strong sales pipeline and via acquisition therefore require a driven commercial accountant to support continued growth.

As Commercial Finance Lead, you will be leading the full FP&A cycle including financial modelling, data & analytics, business partnering with non-finance and driving executive level decision making. You will be partnering with the industry recognised CFO on a variety of projects including an eventual private equity exit event in the next 2-3 years.

The Role

  • Providing high-level commercial insight to support executive level decision making
  • Building multi-layered, complex financial models
  • Ownership of budgeting and forecasting for the group
  • Significant business partnering with non-finance to drive performance, particularly with sales
  • Working closely with the Private Equity investors to deliver key MI
  • Creation of the monthly board pack and delivery to c-suite and investors
  • Developing and tracking KPI's
  • Utilising PowerBi to visualise and deliver key information
  • Any other ad-hoc duties as required

The Individual

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Experience within SaaS or Fintech is a must
  • Private Equity exposure is highly desirable
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Advanced excel and modelling skills
  • Strong data and analytics skills, particularly around Power Bi

Head of Financial Planning in Manchester employer: HW Finance

HW Finance is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Leeds where financial professionals can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides excellent progression opportunities alongside a competitive salary and bonus structure. The collaborative culture fosters innovation and teamwork, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the finance sector.

HW Finance

Contact Details:

HW Finance Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Financial Planning in Manchester

Financial Modelling
Data & Analytics
Business Partnering
Executive Level Decision Making
Budgeting and Forecasting
KPI Development and Tracking
Power BI