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Head of FP&A

Bath Permanent £60,000 - £65,000 per year View Job Description
The Head of FP&A will lead financial planning and analysis activities within the not-for-profit sector, ensuring robust financial insight and support for organisational decision-making. This role is based in Bath and requires expertise in accounting and finance to deliver strategic guidance and operational excellence.
  • Head of FP&A - 2 days onsite in Bath - up to £62,000
  • Shape and drive the FP&A team to support strategic decision making

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the not-for-profit sector. As a medium-sized entity, they are committed to delivering impactful services and rely on strong financial leadership to support their goals.

Job Description

  • Lead and coordinate the development of the 5-year financial plan, supporting strategy through robust scenario modelling, sensitivity analysis, risk assessment, and strategic recommendations.
  • Deliver quarterly reforecasts for income and associated costs across multiple locations
  • Provide authoritative financial analysis, insight, and advice to inform strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and resource allocation.
  • Provide senior-level financial analysis and oversight and narrative for monthly management accounts variances against budget for tuition income, franchise fee, marketing & outreach expenditure and student recruitment commissions, ensuring an accurate interpretation and explanation of variances.
  • Produce concise, high impact financial commentary that supports decision-making by senior leaders and budget holders.
  • Lead development and refinement of financial models, ensuring accuracy, transparency and strategic alignment.
  • Provide advanced scenario planning and financial modelling expertise to support major strategic decisions and risk assessments.
  • Line manage the Finance Analyst, ensuring strong performance, development, and continuous improvement.
  • Promote collaboration across Finance, including with Finance Systems and Management Accounts teams.



The Successful Applicant

You will have the following;

  • ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Significant experience working within the university sector in a similar financial planning, forecasting, or analytical leadership role.
  • Proven experience of developing financial plans, long‑term forecasts, and scenario modelling.
  • Experience of successfully leading and managing direct reports
  • Experience producing financial analysis for senior leadership decision‑making.
  • Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling principles.
  • Experience working in a complex organisation with multiple income streams and cost drivers.
  • Experience of working within the Higher Education sector



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £65,000 per annum.
  • Generous holiday leave with 30 days of annual leave.
  • Access to a local government pension scheme.
  • The opportunity to work in the vibrant city of Bath.
  • A permanent role with a focus on professional development and impact in the not-for-profit sector.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Head of FP&A, apply today to join an organisation making a difference in the community.

Contact
Charlotte Siddon
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6986923
Phone number
+44 117 906 5152

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Commercial & Analysis
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
Bath
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Charlotte Siddon
Consultant phone
+44 117 906 5152
Job reference
JN-042026-6986923