Head of FP&A

We are partnering with a high-growth, private equity backed professional services group, based in Solihull, West Midlands, embarking on an ambitious buy-and-build journey. With significant capital investment and a strong pipeline of acquisitions, this is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal stage and play a key role in shaping the financial strategy and value creation agenda.

As Head of FP&A, you will operate at the centre of the business, working closely with the CFO, investors, and senior leadership team, to deliver strategic insights, drive performance, and support an active M&A programme.

This is a highly visible leadership role based at the head offices in Solihull, with responsibility for building and leading a best-in-class FP&A function in a fast-paced, acquisitive environment.

Responsibilities to include:

• As Head of FP&A, lead the Group's planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic modelling
• Deliver high-quality board and investor reporting tailored to a private equity audience
• Play a central role in M&A activity, including financial modelling, business cases, and due diligence support
• Drive post-acquisition integration, ensuring consistency in reporting and performance tracking across the Group
• Provide deep commercial insight, supporting operational leaders to improve performance and profitability
• Lead change and transformation initiatives, improving reporting, processes, systems, and data integrity

Candidate profile required:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Significant FP&A leadership experience within a private equity backed business
• Strong exposure to M&A activity and buy-and-build strategies
• Proven experience driving change and improving reporting, processes, and systems
• Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at senior level

What's on offer:

£90,000 - £100,000 + benefits to include bonus

Solihull based (Hybrid)

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