Head of FP&A

IntroCedar is currently partnered with a transport and logistics business to secure an Interim Head of FP&A in Central London. The role is a 6-month contract, covering a project secondment, paying a day rate between £600-700 per day.The CompanyThis established transport business operates across multiple routes and service lines, delivering services through large, multi-year customer and public sector contracts. The organisation has continued to invest in financial discipline and planning capability to support operational performance, cost control, and contract profitability. Finance plays a central role in supporting decision-making across the business.The RoleAs Interim Head of FP&A, you will take ownership of the BAU FP&A function, ensuring continuity and robustness during a secondment. The role will include:Ownership of monthly forecasting, budgeting, and rolling reforecast cycles across the businessProduction of management reporting, variance analysis, and performance commentary for senior leadershipBusiness partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders to support cost control, productivity, and margin performance across large contractsOversight of cashflow forecasting and working capital tracking at both contract and group levelMaintaining and improving core FP&A processes, models, and reporting cadenceSupporting ad hoc analysis to inform operational decisions and short-term planning prioritiesYour ProfileYou will ideally have:A formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)Strong FP&A and management reporting experience within a complex, contract-led, operational environmentExperience supporting or owning financial performance across large, multi-year contractsA track record of partnering closely with operational and commercial stakeholders in BAU settingsThe ability to step into a leadership role quickly and provide stability during a period of coverPrior interim or contract experience, or the ability to adapt rapidly into a short-term mandateThe rate of £600-700 per day reflecting a logical progression from your previous role or contract rateCompensation & BenefitsThe role offers a day rate of £600-700 per day and the opportunity to lead a core FP&A function within a commercially focused transport business operating in a large contract-led environment.This is a BAU-focused role covering a defined secondment, with an initial 6-month term.The Central London location is well connected by public transport, and the business operates a flexible working model, typically requiring 3-4 days per week on site. #J-18808-Ljbffr