Head of FP&A

A growing organisation within the gambling sector is seeking a strategic and commercially focused Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead group-wide financial forecasting, reporting, and analysis. This role sits at the heart of the business, offering high visibility across the full P&L, cash flow, and key transformation initiatives.

As the business continues its finance transformation journey, this is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the function and influencing decision-making at the highest levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end budgeting and reforecasting cycles, ensuring alignment with wider strategic priorities
• Collaborate closely with non-financial teams to build and challenge financial assumptions
• Manage a high-performing team across the UK and a Centre of Excellence based overseas
• Provide timely, data-driven insights to highlight risks and opportunities across the Group
• Coach and support the international CoE team to standardise processes and drive efficiencies
• Contribute to strategic initiatives including finance systems transformation (e.g., ERP/EPM implementation)
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve forecasting processes and business performance
• Deliver commercial insights and partner with key stakeholders to support strategic decisions
• Utilise advanced Excel modelling to enhance and maintain reporting frameworks

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACA / ACCA) with substantial post-qualification experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to influence at senior levels
• Hands-on experience working within the gambling sector
• Demonstrated capability in project management and cross-functional collaboration
• Analytical mindset with a track record of implementing or optimising planning tools/systems