Head of Financial Planning & Analysis | £75k-£85k + benefits | South MCR | Hybrid | PE Backed SMEJob Overview:Head of FP&A | £75k-£85k | Central & South MCR | PE Backed SMEAxon Moore is exclusively partnering alongside a rapidly growing, Private Equity-backed group business that is looking to appoint a Head of FP&A/ Group FP&A Manager into their high-calibre finance function.The business is scaling rapidly, with impressive EBITDA performance, and ambitious growth plans in place. Therefore, we are seeking a driven, commercially minded finance leader to step into a high-impact role focused on driving performance and supporting expansion.This position will lead budgeting and forecasting, build out a robust commercial finance function with clear visibility over cash and performance, and play a key role in Board-level decision-making. The position will also play a key role in future M&A. With a strong appetite to continue the buy & build strategy, we are looking for someone who views M&A exposure and eventual PE deal as fundamental to their career progression.With several offices across the region, the position will have the opportunity to spend time in both the Central Manchester and South Manchester sites as they look to create a best-in-class commercial finance function.Main Duties:

• Lead group-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning, creating clear ownership across finance and operational teams.
• Deliver commercial insight through advanced financial modelling, scenario analysis, and investment appraisal to support strategic decisions.
• Consolidate business inputs, applying challenge and analysis to improve forecast accuracy and performance outcomes.
• Manage rolling cashflow forecasts, optimise working capital, and oversee funding requirements and lender relationships.
• Monitor performance versus plan, producing executive-level reporting and highlighting risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations.
• Review sales pipelines, pricing, margins, and project profitability to drive improved commercial results.
• Support acquisition activity including modelling, due diligence, integration, and post-deal performance tracking.
• Build and lead a high-performing FP&A function, mentoring team members and embedding strong financial governance.
• Partner cross-functionally to align financial strategy with operational delivery and growth objectives.

Person Specification:

• ACA/ ACCA or CIMA Qualified.
• Proven experience building detailed financial models, scenario analysis and forecasting.
• Capability to build meaningful relationships with C-Suite.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, and ever-changing business is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver to deadlines.
• Experience working in a Private Equity setting is highly desirable.
• Strong experience leading budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes.
• Experience with cashflow forecasting and performance management.

This is a great opportunity to work for a company experiencing strong growth. The role can offer a long-term career and fast development opportunities. For immediate consideration or more information on the role, please contact Joe Develing at .