Director of FP&A

Company: Hays Accountancy and Finance
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Location: Central London
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Job Description

Your new companyn I am working with a fast-growing insurance business in London looking for a Director of FP&A to join the team in London. Reporting to the CFO, this is a broad role, taking ownership of the FP&A process.

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Your new rolen This is a broad and varied role with key responsibilities including:

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  • Develop comprehensive budgets and forecasts (P&L, cash flow, balance sheet) to support decision‑making across all sites and head office.
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  • Build strong financial models to support strategic initiatives and business cases.
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  • Prepare monthly variance reports and management summaries, providing accurate and actionable insights.
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  • Improve reporting tools, including dashboards and in‑month metrics, to drive data‑led decision‑making.
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  • Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess the impact of economic changes on financial performance.
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  • Partner with operational leaders to support ongoing financial planning, identify risks and opportunities, and strengthen cross‑functional collaboration.
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  • Assist in preparing materials for board and lender meetings.
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What you'll need to succeed

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  • Qualified accountant with proven experience in similar roles.
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  • Insurance carrier experience essential with MGA/Intermediary experience desirable.
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  • Extensive experience of financial analysis and management reporting within a complex, detail-focused environment
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  • Business partnering skill set
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  • Strong analytical skills
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  • High level of Excel ability to include financial modelling skills
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  • Excellent communication, verbal and written skills
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What you'll get in returnn You will be rewarded with the opportunity to make your mark on the business with the chance to grow and develop the function. This is a strategically focused role with the chance to partner with senior stakeholders to help drive the company forwards.

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What you need to do nown If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Posted: July 14th, 2026