FP&A Lead

Cedar is currently partnered with a highly impressive private equity-backed technology consultancy to secure an Interim FP&A Manager. This role is pivotal in building and implementing a new FP&A toolkit to support forecasting, business planning, and performance reporting across the organisation.

Initially offered as a 6-month contract, this opportunity offers a competitive day rate ranging from £500-£575 (Outside IR35). The role is based in Central London, with a hybrid working model.

The Company
This private equity-backed consultancy is an innovative provider of data, AI, and cloud consulting solutions. They empower organisations to address capacity challenges and drive digital transformation. Their unique model integrates next-generation tech talent into client teams, combining immersive training with seamless deployment to deliver impactful, long-term results. Their commitment to inclusivity and innovation shapes their approach, promoting success and sustainability across projects.

The Role
This dynamic role centres on building and implementing financial models and frameworks to enhance operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include:

• Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with commercial leaders to develop actionable business plans aligned with strategic objectives.
• Quoting & Bidding Models: Design and refine quoting and bidding models to ensure competitive, profitable client proposals.
• KPI Development: Lead the creation of a revised KPI framework to measure and monitor performance across revenue streams.
• Resource Allocation Framework: Establish methodologies for optimising consultant resource allocation based on commercial value and priorities.
• Forecasting & Planning: Build dynamic financial models for scenario planning, budgeting, and forecasting, offering actionable insights.
• Process Improvement: Continuously enhance FP&A processes, tools, and systems for improved accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.

Your Profile
The ideal Interim FP&A Manager will demonstrate:

• Advanced Excel modelling skills, with a proven history of developing complex financial models.
• Strong business partnering abilities, capable of influencing and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• A solid understanding of FP&A principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex data.
• Experience in professional services or resource-based business models is highly desirable.

Compensation & Benefits
In addition to the day rate of £500-£575 (Outside IR35), this Interim FP&A Manager role presents the opportunity to join an innovative, forward-thinking consultancy.

Based in Central London, with flexible hybrid working arrangements, the company fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture. You will have the chance to work alongside industry leaders, driving digital transformation and achieving impactful results.