Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
1 week ago
Eton Bridge Partners is working in partnership with a fast growing professional services business who are looking for a highly skilled Director of FP&A with a strong focus on financial business partnering to work closely with senior leadership in one of their divisions. This critical role will work closely with senior leadership to drive financial strategies, optimise performance, and influence decision-making. You will be a key advisor to executives, providing actionable financial insights that guide business decisions and ensure the financial health of the division.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Financial Leadership & Business Partnering:
- Work directly with the Divisional Heads and senior leadership to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the division's business objectives.
- Serve as a trusted financial partner, offering insights into financial performance and providing recommendations that drive business decisions and strategic initiatives.
- Lead the financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning, ensuring alignment with overall corporate goals.
- Help shape the strategic direction of the division by integrating financial considerations into key business discussions.
Financial Analysis, Reporting & Performance Management:
- Provide in-depth financial analysis and reporting, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities, while working collaboratively with leadership to recommend corrective actions when necessary.
- Develop and present financial models to assess new business opportunities, including pricing strategies, cost-benefit analysis, and project profitability assessments.
- Oversee revenue recognition, project accounting, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
- Serve as the go-to resource for key financial insights, ensuring the division’s financial decisions are grounded in data-driven analysis.
Operational Support through Collaboration:
- Partner with project managers and various teams to offer financial insights that improve project profitability, resource allocation, and client billing.
- Collaborate with business development teams to assess the financial impact of new contracts and client engagements, supporting growth strategies with financial rigor.
- Work to streamline financial reporting, project accounting, and budgeting systems, driving improvements that increase transparency, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives.
Cross-functional Collaboration & Corporate Alignment:
- Ensure consistency in financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting across the organisation by partnering closely with the corporate FP&A team.
- Actively engage with other divisions to understand the broader business context and its impact on the division's financials, fostering a cohesive approach to financial decision-making.
- Assist in preparing financial presentations and strategic reports for the executive leadership team, ensuring clear and effective communication of financial insights.
Leadership & Development of FP&A Team:
- Promote a team-oriented, results-driven approach within the FP&A function, ensuring effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Qualifications:
- Education: MBA or professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
- Experience: 10+ years of post-qualification experience, with at least 5 years in a senior financial management role, ideally in consulting or professional services. This is essential.
- Industry Expertise: Experience within consulting or professional services environments; prior exposure to data-driven businesses is an advantage.
- Financial Acumen & Business Partnering: Deep expertise in financial planning, modeling, budgeting, and performance analysis, with a strong focus on business partnering to drive strategy and growth.
- Technical Expertise: Proficiency with financial systems (e.g., Hyperion, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, while fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex financial information and insights to senior leadership.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align financial execution with broader strategic goals, ensuring a balance of strategic insight and detailed financial analysis.
- Collaboration: Strong ability to work across functions, engaging with various stakeholders to provide financial insights that support business objectives.
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