Head of FP&A — Strategic Education Finance & Systems Lead

King's College School; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in England is seeking a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with extensive experience in FP&A, particularly in the education sector. Strong skills in financial analysis, advanced Excel, and stakeholder management are essential. This full-time role also offers competitive salary and benefits, with a strong commitment to child safeguarding and inclusivity.

Benefits

Healthcare

Contributory pension scheme

Free gym membership

Lunch during term time

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant required.
• Proven experience in a senior FP&A role, ideally in education or public sector.
• Strong skills in budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly closure process for accurate management accounts.
• Produce management accounts with detailed variance analysis.
• Monitor and report on capital projects.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Analysis

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

A prestigious educational institution in England is seeking a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with extensive experience in FP&A, particularly in the education sector. Strong skills in financial analysis, advanced Excel, and stakeholder management are essential. This full-time role also offers competitive salary and benefits, with a strong commitment to child safeguarding and inclusivity.