FP&A Lead

Cedar is currently partnered with a highly impressive private equity-backed sustainability consultancy to secure an Interim FP&A Manager. This contract opportunity, initially offered for 6 months, offers a day rate of £600-700. Based in Central London, with a flexible hybrid working model.

The Company
This purpose-driven organisation supports clients in delivering measurable environmental and social impact through innovative advisory solutions. Their work spans net-zero strategy, ESG reporting, circular economy initiatives, and sustainable supply chain transformation-combining deep expertise with practical implementation to create lasting value. With a reputation for forward-thinking, commercially minded consultancy, they continue to experience rapid growth and increasing client demand across multiple sectors.

The Role
This pivotal role centres on designing and implementing a fit-for-purpose FP&A toolkit to support strategic planning, forecasting, and performance reporting across the business. You'll work closely with commercial and delivery teams to drive financial insight and strengthen decision-making across the consultancy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partnering with senior stakeholders to develop business plans aligned to commercial and sustainability objectives
• Designing and refining quoting and bidding models to support competitive and profitable client proposals
• Leading the development of a robust KPI framework to track performance across service lines
• Building methodologies to optimise consultant resource allocation based on value and business priorities
• Developing dynamic financial models to support budgeting, forecasting and scenario planning
• Enhancing FP&A processes and tools to improve reporting efficiency, accuracy, and scalability

Your Profile
The ideal candidate will bring:

• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of business partnering in consultancy or project-based environments
• Advanced Excel modelling capabilities and experience developing integrated financial models
• In-depth knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly and effectively
• Prior experience within a sustainability, professional services, or resource-based business would be highly advantageous

Compensation & Benefits
This contract offers a day rate of £600-700, along with the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact consultancy driving change across the sustainability landscape. The company offers a hybrid working model from their Central London office, and a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on purpose and performance.