Interim Director of FP&A

Intro
Cedar is currently partnered with a highly impressive PE–Backed Real Estate business to secure an Interim Director of FP&A based in Central London. The role is a 3–6–month initial contract, paying a day rate between 700 – 800 per day.
The Company
This property firm is a rapidly growing conglomerate with diverse interests across the majority of real estate & property services.
With a projected doubling of revenue in the next 18 months and plans for international expansion, including a potential move into other markets, the company is seeking an Interim Director of FP&A to support its ambitious growth trajectory.
The role will report directly to the CFO and will play a pivotal role in strategic decision–making and financial management.
The Role
As the Interim Director of FP&A, you will be responsible for:
Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop long–term financial strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives, including potential M&A activities and international expansion.Financial Analysis: Lead the FP&A function to provide insightful analysis of financial performance, including variance analysis, forecasting, and scenario modeling. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial results to support decision–making.Business Partnering: Partner with divisional heads to provide financial support and guidance, driving financial discipline and accountability across the organization. Develop strong working relationships with non–finance stakeholders to facilitate cross–functional collaboration.Technology Integration: Oversee the integration of financial systems, to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting capabilities. Leverage tools like Alteryx and Power BI to optimize data analysis and reporting.Team Leadership: Provide leadership and mentorship to the FP&A team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Shape the team structure and skillset to support the evolving needs of the business.Operational Excellence: Drive best practices in financial planning and analysis, including the development of operating models and performance metrics. Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.Collaboration: Work closely with counterparts in Europe and other international subsidiaries to align financial strategies and reporting standards. Support the Group Controller in addressing P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow–related queries.Your Profile
You will have:
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, with expertise in financial and performance management reporting; experience in a large/PE backed organization is highly beneficial.Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.Substantial post–qualification experience in FP&A, preferably within a private equity–backed or similarly dynamic environment.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across functions and geographies.Consider the rate of 700– 800 per day to represent a fair value, or logical increase on your previous salary or day rate.Compensation & Benefits
As well as the day rate of 700 – 800 per day, the role offers exposure to an impressive, commercially minded team, building out a world–class finance function.
The business is progressive in their approach to flexible working, so would most often only require a physical presence in the office two to three times per week.