An exciting career opportunity to work closely with the leadership team of a fully funded large scale buy-and-build business, helping to shape its growth and value as it builds towards a substantial exit.
The Company
Our client is an ambitious, private equity-backed business pursuing a large-scale buy-and-build strategy. With a national presence and a substantial acquisition pipeline, it is investing in its finance capability to support growth.
This newly created role offers the opportunity to shape the group’s FP&A function from the outset, establishing the models, reporting and processes needed as the business scales.
The Role
Reporting to the CFO, you will lead and develop the group’s FP&A function, shaping its planning, modelling and reporting capabilities as the business scales.
This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical depth with commercial judgement and regular exposure to the senior leadership team, Board and private equity investors.
Responsibilities
- Lead group budgeting, reforecasting and long-term financial planning.
- Build and maintain complex, integrated financial models across the P&L, balance sheet and cash flow, including scenario and sensitivity analysis.
- Develop management reporting and KPIs that provide clear insight into performance and its underlying drivers.
- Integrate acquired businesses into the group’s planning and reporting framework.
- Oversee cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
- Work with the IT and data team to strengthen data quality and develop scalable reporting.
- Lead and develop the FP&A team, building capability as the group grows.
About You
A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), you will bring:
- Strong FP&A experience in an acquisitive, buy-and-build environment.
- The ability to build complex financial models and translate analysis into clear commercial insight.
- A track record of improving planning, reporting and data quality.
- Experience leading and developing a team.
- The credibility to challenge assumptions and influence senior stakeholders, including the Board and investors.
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Head of FP&A in Manchester employer: MDM Resourcing
MDM Resourcing is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Manchester that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, mentorship from seasoned leaders, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for those looking to advance their careers in corporate finance. With a commitment to excellence in M&A and private equity transactions, the company provides a rewarding platform for impactful contributions and personal growth.
