Head of Financial Planning & Analysis
At Healix, we provide healthcare and risk management assistance and solutions to clients worldwide. Our services are underpinned by our global network of 24/7/365 operations centres located in Esher, Singapore, and New Zealand. These centres are staffed by experienced doctors, nurses, and security professionals who work alongside our operational teams to deliver critical support and advice during times of crisis.
Our group comprises approximately 300 employees globally, with an annual turnover of around £25m.
Role Overview:
As the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, you will play a pivotal role in driving analysis and decision-making across the organisation. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will lead a team of three (Business Analyst, Commercial Finance Analyst, and Project Analyst) to deliver insightful analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to support the growth and profitability of the business.
This is a high-impact position, offering the opportunity to work closely with the leadership team to shape the financial strategy of the organisation while ensuring financial rigor and alignment with commercial objectives.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with at least 5 years’ PQE.
* Proven experience in a senior FP&A or commercial finance role, ideally within a service-oriented business.
* Strong analytical and financial modelling skills with the ability to distil complex data into clear insights.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience managing and developing a team.
* Knowledge of global operations, healthcare, or risk management industries is a plus.
Key Attributes:
* Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
* Proactive, with the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
* Strong business acumen and a collaborative mindset.
* Strong communicator.
What We Offer:
* A dynamic, purpose-driven organisation making a tangible difference in people's lives.
* The opportunity to work in a global environment with a diverse team.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Career development and growth opportunities.
* Hybrid working.
If you are a results-oriented finance professional with a passion for enabling business success through strategic financial management, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
o Lead the Revenue & Gross Margin budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes.
o Provide robust financial modelling to support strategic initiatives and business cases.
o Deliver detailed variance analysis, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
* Commercial Insights & Reporting:
o Partner with key stakeholders to deliver actionable insights on business performance.
o Create and maintain dashboards and reports that support data-driven decision-making.
o Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track business and financial outcomes.
* Pricing Strategy Development:
o Design, implement, and refine pricing models to support strategic business goals and market conditions.
o Analyse market trends, competitive pricing, and customer behaviour to establish effective pricing strategies.
o Collaborate with product, sales, and marketing teams to ensure pricing aligns with product positioning and target market segments.
* Client MI and delivery:
o Design and implement tailored MI frameworks to provide clients with insights into their financial and operational performance.
o Develop and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and detailed reports that address client-specific needs.
* Team Leadership:
o Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of analysts.
o Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the finance function.
Required Criteria
* Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with at least 5 years’ PQE.
* Proven experience in a senior FP&A or commercial finance role, ideally within a service-oriented business.
Desired Criteria
* An understanding of Risk Management, the Insurance Market and Travel Assistance is an advantage.
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