Global Accounting Network is currently recruiting for a Head of Group Financial Planning & Analysis for a Private Equity backed business based in North London. Our client has experienced substantial organic and acquisition-led growth over the last few years and is now a leader in their market, with an aim of a potential sale or IPO in the future. They are now looking to hire a Head of Group FP&A, reporting directly to the CFO and alongside the CEO and private equity firm. Responsibilities for the role include: Leading the planning, delivery and future development of the 5-Year Strategic plan Providing strategic support to both the CFO and CEO on the strategy of the Group Working closely with the Private Equity firm to advice and inform around strategic options Owning and delivering the annual planning cycle and forecasting Providing support to the budget managers during preparation of annual budget Providing support to the CFO around refinancing and further debt and equity financing Driving best FP&A practice across the business Developing further performance measures to support company strategy Review/maintain/develop Excel financial models Management of a team of 2 The ideal profile for the candidate will be: ACA qualified, ideally within the Big 4 Experience leading an FP&A function Experience working within a private equity backed business, and ideally with direct exposure to the private equity firm Experience partnering with both a CFO/CEO and broader executive team Excellent Excel modelling skills Highly analytical and commercially astute Strong experience utilising data and data analytics Experience of managing forecasts This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with a strong FP&A and private equity background to join a fantastic, high-growth business with the aim of a potential IPO or sale. The individual will be required to be highly strategic and analytical, whilst also very hands on. If the above sounds like a good fit to your own experience, please hit apply and one of the team will be in touch to discuss further.