Head of FP&A

LondonPermanentPosted Jul 23, 2026

Job Description

A rare opportunity to lead FP&A at the heart of a private equity-backed international business. Reporting to the CFO, you'll own planning, forecasting and board reporting while leading commercial finance operations and influencing strategic decision-making across the organisation.

The Role

The Head of FP&A is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic commercial partnering with strong analytical rigour. You'll lead the FP&A function while overseeing Bid Management, ensuring the business has the insight, reporting and commercial governance needed to drive performance and support continued growth.

Working closely with our international senior leadership team, you'll turn financial insight into business action, influencing strategic decisions and improving commercial performance.

What You'll Be Doing

Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Lead the global FP&A function, delivering accurate budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning. 
  • Develop insightful management reporting, KPIs and executive dashboards to support strategic decision-making. 
  • Partner with business leaders to improve financial performance and accountability across all regions. 
  • Drive improvements to forecasting accuracy, profitability analysis and financial modelling. 
  • Produce Board, Executive and Investor reporting packs with clear commercial insight. 
  • Support strategic initiatives including acquisitions, business integration and investment decisions. 
Commercial Finance
  • Lead the Commercial Finance function, providing financial support across client profitability, pricing strategy and revenue performance. 
  • Partner with commercial leaders to maximise gross margin and improve commercial outcomes. 
  • Deliver analysis on revenue trends, utilisation, pricing and client profitability. 
  • Develop financial models to support new commercial initiatives and growth opportunities. 
Bid Management
  • Oversee the Bid Management function, ensuring robust financial governance across proposals and commercial submissions. 
  • Review commercial terms, pricing structures and profitability of major bids. 
  • Support strategic client opportunities with financial modelling and commercial recommendations. 
  • Improve bid approval processes and commercial risk management.
Leadership
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and commercial thinking. 
  • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across international offices. 
  • Support organisational transformation and operational excellence initiatives.

Why Join IDX?

Not Just Any Brands: See your work come to life for iconic brands like Rolls-Royce, Vodafone and Bupa.
Collaborative Spirit: Work alongside passionate innovators who share your thirst for progress.
Continuous Learning: Grow your skills with ongoing training, mentorship, and the freedom to experiment.
Fast Paced & Fun: Thrive in a dynamic environment where big ideas and bold action collide.
Cutting-Edge Technology: Play with the latest analytics tools, use AR to build immersive digital events, and explore the future of brand storytelling!
Global Presence: We Get It Done morning, day and night with offices across multiple time-zones!
Our Perks:
  • 25 days annual leave, plus a day for your birthday and holiday trade scheme available!
  • Hybrid working (Tue/Wed/Thu in office)
  • Flexibility; for when life happens
  • Health cash plan allowing you to claim back on every day healthcare costs incl. dental, vision, psychotherapy, acupuncture and more!
  • Mental Health support including company Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private medical insurance, available by personal contribution
  • Discounted gym membership options at Fitness First
  • TechScheme and Shop Street access
  • 4 paid volunteer days
  • Pension scheme & Life Insurance
  • Culture Committee focused on regular social, educational and community based activities

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