Job Description

Job description
The International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) is exclusive partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to join their evolving team on a permanent basis, in this newly created role.


The Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a key senior member of the finance team and will help shape the strategic management and direction of the team. They will support the Director of Finance and Operations, Senior Leadership Team, Trustees and budget holders to understand and interpret IIED's finances and play a key role in the long term strategic financial planning process.

The organisation:

IIED is a global research organisation dedicated to sustainable development, connecting local needs with global challenges. They operate on six continents, advocating for the world's most vulnerable communities to influence decisions that impact them. Based in London and Edinburgh, with 200 staff and associates worldwide, IIED has led sustainable development policy for over 50 years.


Their new manifesto launched in May 2024, aims to address the complex interconnectivity of today's global issues with innovative, collaborative approaches. Recognising the limitations of traditional project planning in a rapidly changing world, IIED is shifting towards forming dynamic, diverse alliances to tackle systemic issues, focusing on justice and decolonisation, and creating significant, scalable impacts through collaborative, adaptive efforts.

The key duties of the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis are as follows:

Lead on strategic financial reporting to provide a clear picture of the organization's short- and long-term financial position Manage the design and build of financial models to support strategic planning, project impact assessment, and forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop realistic forecasts and budget plans Develop and maintain financial models to project future financial performance Lead the finance business partnering function, providing support and guidance to budget holders and key stakeholders Ensure monthly management accounts are produced and shared with stakeholders Financial evaluation of project proposals to support management decision-making Manage and mentor the FP&A Team, providing guidance, training, and support to foster professional growth and development Work closely with project managers and budget holders, ensuring projects are financially sustainable and aligned with donor requirements Collaborate with operational teams, including HR, IT, and Procurement, to integrate financial planning with operational strategies

The successful candidate will have:

Qualified with a recognised professional body, or be able to prove they are qualified by experience Experience in charity financial planning, budgeting and cost recovery model in a complex organisation Substantial relevant finance management experience in the not-for-profit sector Experience in mapping and analysing processes and identifying and implementing process improvement Excellent communication skills and be able to influence at all levels within the organisation Ability to manage, support and develop diverse teams to work effectively together and with the rest of the organisation Ideally, experience of accounting within a grant receiving organisation

This role is offered on a hybrid working basis, with only occasional travel required, just a few times per month, to either the London or Edinburgh office for key meetings.


Applications are open until Sunday 24th August, with first stage interviews due to take place the week commencing 1st September, but CVs will be under continuous review before then, so do not delay in applying - submit your CV via Robertson Bell today to make sure you don't miss out!