Deputy Head of FP&A

Your new companyA very large not-for-profit organisation with a complex structure. The activities of this organisation are varied, including operating a grant giving area. The organisation has a team of Business Partners plus a team of Analysts, Management Accountants, and Assistant Management accountants to support.

Your new roleThe Deputy Head of FP&A has a key role to play in developing the Financial Planning and Analysis function, particularly in the direct line management of the Management Accounting and Analysis team to deliver core management accounting and reporting services, helping to support the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to further embed Finance Business Partnering across the organisation and to bring a greater level of consistency, efficiency and quality to financial reporting and planning processes.

You will specifically act to support and oversee the work of the Management Accounting and Analysis team, including developing the capabilities of three newly created Finance Analyst posts through their work on financial analysis and monitoring of grant programmes and wider projects, understanding the business and providing meaningful financial insight and advice to support the delivery of strategic and operational objectives. The grants area requires some development in terms of processes and procedures.What you'll need to succeed

• Experience of financial planning and analysis covering all aspects of budgeting, forecasting and management reporting for a complex organisation
• Experience of finance business partnering, acting as trusted advisor providing insight and analysis to senior colleagues
• Experience of problem-solving and implementing process improvements, particularly in relation to internal reporting (e.g. efficient design of Excel reports)
• Experience of developing and managing teams, motivating staff to deliver results

What you'll get in returnThis organisation has a high-performing, supportive team in place. They also offer an 8%-15% non-contributory pension, 28 days holiday, work-life balance and flexibility.

What you need to do nowPlease apply now to be considered for this opportunity!

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