Head of FP&A

As the Head of FP&A at With Intelligence, you will be responsible for leading all aspects of financial planning and analysis activities. This includes managing the Group budgeting and planning process, providing business insights for decision-making, ensuring compliance with covenants, and offering exceptional business partnering to our senior leadership team. You’ll also coach a talented FP&A team and collaborate with cross-functional teams for timely financial reporting.

To apply for the Head of FP&A position at With Intelligence, you should be a qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with proven experience in FP&A, ideally in a PE-backed environment. You’ll need strong knowledge of financial modeling and budgeting techniques, coupled with excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

At With Intelligence, the Head of FP&A not only leads financial strategies but also plays a key role in mentoring and coaching a dedicated FP&A team. This position encourages professional development by promoting a culture of learning, where initiatives for personal growth and skill enhancement are actively supported, ensuring your continuous progression in the finance profession.

As the Head of FP&A at With Intelligence, you will enjoy a range of amazing benefits, including a competitive performance bonus, 24 days of annual leave (increasing to 29 days), enhanced parental leave, health cash plans, flexible working opportunities, and social events throughout the year, ensuring a balanced work-life environment.

With Intelligence fosters a collaborative work culture where the Head of FP&A is encouraged to work closely with various cross-functional teams. This collaboration ensures accurate financial reporting and effective business partnering, allowing you to influence decision-making processes and achieve the overall goals of the organization.

When asked about your experience with financial modeling, highlight specific examples where you successfully developed and utilized financial models to aid in decision-making. Discuss the types of models you have created, their objectives, and outcomes, showcasing your analytical and strategic thinking skills relevant to the Head of FP&A role.

To effectively communicate with senior leadership teams, emphasize the importance of clarity and tailoring your message to the audience. Share techniques you use, such as preparing comprehensive presentations, using data visualization tools, and fostering an open-door policy for discussions, especially when discussing complex financial information relevant to the Head of FP&A role.

Discuss your structured approach to budget preparation, including collaborating with budget owners, analyzing historical data, and aligning the budget with business goals. Be ready to mention how you monitor budget performance throughout the year and make adjustments as necessary, ensuring the financial health of the organization.

Share your strategies for ensuring compliance with financial covenants such as regular performance tracking, maintaining open communication with relevant stakeholders, and implementing a proactive approach to identify potential risks or areas of concern. This will demonstrate your foresight and ability to manage finance effectively as Head of FP&A.

Explain how you approach challenging financial scenarios by using a combination of detailed analysis, scenario planning, and engaging cross-functional teams for broader perspectives. Highlight your problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure, showcasing how you can guide an organization through uncertainty.

Discuss the specific financial analysis and reporting tools you are familiar with, such as Excel, ERP systems, or specialized FP&A software. Explain why you favor these tools, focusing on how they enhance accuracy and efficiency, making them valuable for the Head of FP&A role.

Provide a compelling example of a process improvement initiative you led, detailing the problem, the approach you took, the results achieved, and how it benefited your team or the organization as a whole. This demonstrates your ability to streamline processes which is crucial for the Head of FP&A.

Discuss your method for prioritizing projects, which may include assessing urgency and impact, aligning with organizational goals, and using project management tools to track progress. This showcases your ability to handle multiple responsibilities efficiently as a Head of FP&A.

Highlight specific instances where your financial insights influenced strategic decisions, such as entering new markets or investing in technology. Explain how you presented your analysis to stakeholders and the outcomes, reinforcing your role as a strategic partner in prior FP&A positions.

Share that you believe strong analytical skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to communicate effectively are critical for a Head of FP&A. Discuss why these skills are essential for partnering with leadership, influencing decisions, and fostering a productive team environment.