Head of FP&A

Job Description

We’re partnering with a fast-growing manufacturer and distributor of technical products, currently undergoing a period of exceptional commercial expansion and transformation. As part of their continued investment in strategic decision-making, they are seeking a Head of Commercial Finance (FP&A) to play a pivotal role in shaping commercial performance across the business.

This is a newly created, high-profile leadership position reporting directly to the CFO. It’s an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys driving strategy and performance through data and insight.

Responsibilities

• Lead the FP&A function – budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
• Act as a true business partner across Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations
• Develop commercial reporting packs, dashboards, and KPIs to support decision-making
• Analyse product profitability, customer margins, and pricing strategies
• Support the evaluation and ROI analysis of strategic growth initiatives
• Drive improvements in data accuracy, modelling, and business intelligence tools
• Present insights and strategic recommendations to the CFO and senior leadership team
• Mentor and develop a small, high-performing team

Qualifications/Skills

• Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACA / ACCA) with strong post-qualification experience
• Proven track record in a senior commercial finance or FP&A role – ideally in manufacturing, wholesale, or distribution
• Advanced Excel and modelling skills – able to distil complexity into actionable insight
• Confident communicator with strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commercially astute with a focus on margin, profitability, and growth
• Comfortable rolling your sleeves up in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment

Details

• £75,000 basic salary + discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working – flexibility around your life and responsibilities
• High-visibility role – reporting directly to the CFO, influencing at board level
• Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to scale
• A culture that values innovation, insight, and commercial impact

 For more information, please reach out to: dave@sowenagroup.co.uk