Ben Lacey FCA

Head of FP&A @ Milewood

About

As a finance professional with over 15 years of experience, I have built my career on collaboration, pragmatism, and a results-driven approach. Currently serving as Head of FP&A at Milewood, I help drive strategic decision-making in a business dedicated to providing health and social care for adults with learning difficulties. I began my career in 2007 with Menzies, qualifying as an AAT in 2009 and earning my ACA in 2012. In 2023, I became a Fellow of the ICAEW - reflecting my longstanding commitment to a career in finance. My expertise spans budgeting, forecasting, business partnering, and commercial finance, and I thrive on providing insights that add real value to a business. Throughout my career, I’ve been recognised for being approachable, hardworking, and calm under pressure. I believe that finance isn’t just about numbers - it’s about collaboration, problem-solving, and supporting sustainable growth.

Country

United Kingdom

City

Tickhill

Industry

Business Supplies & Equipment

Skill

Negotiation, Price Quotes, Small Team Management, Balance Sheet Review, Variance Analysis, Marketing Effectiveness, Annual Budgeting, Presentations, Budgeting, Return on Investment Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Due Diligence, Auditing, Statutory Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Reporting, VAT, UK Corporation Tax, Management accounts, Financial Accounting

Experience

Head of FP&A

Milewood

2024-12 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

Doncaster

Leading financial planning and analysis for a national specialist healthcare provider. Responsible for budgeting, forecasting, board reporting and strategic business partnering, supporting growth, performance improvement and data-driven decision making across the organisation.